Tom Sharpe

1 series 5 books in order 1976–2010

Thomas Ridley Sharpe was an English satirical novelist born in London on 30 March 1928 and died in Llafranch, Gerona, on 6 June 2013. He is best known for his Wilt series, as well as Porterhouse Blue and Blott on the Landscape. These works were adapted for television. Sharpe's writing focused on satire, and he contributed significantly to the genre during his lifetime.

Born
1928
Active years
1976–2010
Known for
Q15815163

Series by Tom Sharpe

Q15815163

5 books in order · 1976–2010

  1. Cover of Wilt

    Wilt

    1976 · Tom Sharpe

    Wilt, a man consumed by elaborate and vindictive fantasies about his wife, Eva, finds his life upended when she goes missing after an embarrassing…

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  2. Cover of Wilt Alternative

    Wilt Alternative

    1979 · Tom Sharpe

    Wilt Alternative is a 1979 book by Tom Sharpe. It is book 2 of the series Q15815163. Catalog genres: Humor & Satire, Literary Fiction. The listed…

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  3. Wilt on High : (Wilt Series 3)

    1984 · Tom Sharpe

    Wilt on High : (Wilt Series 3) is a 1984 book by Tom Sharpe. It is book 3 of the series Q15815163. The listed edition runs 352 pages.

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  4. Cover of Wilt in Nowhere

    Wilt in Nowhere

    2004 · Tom Sharpe

    Wilt in Nowhere is a 2004 book by Tom Sharpe. It is book 4 of the series Q15815163. Catalog genres: Literary Fiction, Humor & Satire. The listed…

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  5. Cover of The Wilt Inheritance

    The Wilt Inheritance

    2010 · Tom Sharpe

    Henry Wilt, stuck as nominal Head of the Communications Department at Fenland University, is still subject to the whims of 'The Powers That Be' both…

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Tom Sharpe written?

We list 5 books by Tom Sharpe across 1 series, published between 1976–2010 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Tom Sharpe's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Wilt.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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