- Knopf1964 Hardback Not yet valued Log in to want this
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ABE, KŌBŌ, 1924 to 1993
Kōbō Abe
Japanese writer, playwright, photographer and inventor.
- Books
- 4
- Editions tracked
- 6
- First editions
- 1
- Nationality
- Japan, Empire of Japan
For collectors
Collect Kōbō Abe
Reading guide
Kōbō Abe books in order
In publication order
- 1The Woman in the Dunes1962
- 2The Face of Another1966
- 3The Box Man1973
- 4Secret Rendezvous1977
In order
First editions, year by year
Books and editions
Which edition do you have?
- 1st Knopf1966 Hardback Not yet valued Log in to want this
- Weidenfeld & Nicolson1969 Hardback Not yet valued Log in to want this
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read Kōbō Abe's books in?
In publication order they begin with The Woman in the Dunes (1962), then The Face of Another (1966) and The Box Man (1973). Books in a series are listed in series order on this page.
What was Kōbō Abe's first book?
The earliest book we list is The Woman in the Dunes, first published in 1962.
When was Kōbō Abe born?
Kōbō Abe was born in 1924 and died in 1993.
How many Kōbō Abe books does MyVolumes track?
We track 4 books by Kōbō Abe across 6 editions, 1 of them first edition.
How do I know if my Kōbō Abe book is a first edition?
Open the book's page here and compare the publisher, place, date and the issue points we list for the first printing with your copy's title page and copyright page.