DAY-LEWIS, CECIL, 1904 to 1972
Cecil Day-Lewis
Irish-born British poet.
- Books
- 3
- Editions tracked
- 3
- First editions
- 3
- Nationality
- Ireland, United Kingdom
For collectors
Collect Cecil Day-Lewis
Reading guide
Cecil Day-Lewis books in order
In publication order
- 1Thou Shell of Death1936
- 2Minute for Murder1947
- 3The Otterbury Incident1948
In order
First editions, year by year
Books and editions
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read Cecil Day-Lewis's books in?
In publication order they begin with Thou Shell of Death (1936), then Minute for Murder (1947) and The Otterbury Incident (1948). Books in a series are listed in series order on this page.
What was Cecil Day-Lewis's first book?
The earliest book we list is Thou Shell of Death, first published in 1936.
When was Cecil Day-Lewis born?
Cecil Day-Lewis was born in 1904 and died in 1972.
How many Cecil Day-Lewis books does MyVolumes track?
We track 3 books by Cecil Day-Lewis across 3 editions, 3 of them first editions.
How do I know if my Cecil Day-Lewis book is a first edition?
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