Which books did Frank Lloyd Wright write about architecture and his life?

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Frank Lloyd Wright was a prolific author who wrote extensively about his life and his philosophy of architecture. His notable published works include:

  • An Autobiography (1932; revised 1943): A detailed account of his life and career.12
  • The Disappearing City (1932): A book addressing urban problems.2
  • An Organic Architecture (1939): A text detailing his signature design philosophy.1
  • An American Architecture (1955): A collection of his thoughts on the development of architecture in the United States.1
  • A Testament (1957): A later work reflecting on his life and professional legacy.1

Additionally, Wright was a frequent lecturer and writer of articles. One of his most famous early talks, The Art and Craft of the Machine, was first printed in 1901.3