Dietrich Bonhoeffer's major writings include:
* Letters and Papers from Prison (1945): This collection of letters, essays, and theological reflections written by Bonhoeffer while imprisoned by the Nazis became a cornerstone of his legacy.
* The Cost of Discipleship (1937): This book, one of his most famous, explores the challenges and rewards of living a life of radical discipleship.
* Life Together (1939): This book offers practical guidance for living in Christian community.
* Ethics (1949): This unfinished manuscript, published posthumously, reflects on ethical dilemmas and the foundations of moral action.
Dietrich Bethge, a close friend and biographer of Bonhoeffer, is known for his work in editing and publishing Bonhoeffer's writings, including:
* Dietrich Bonhoeffer: The Man and His Work (1970): This biography is considered the definitive work on Bonhoeffer's life and thought.
* Theological Writings (1971): A collection of Bonhoeffer's essays and theological works.
While Bethge is not an author in his own right, his work has been instrumental in shaping the legacy of Dietrich Bonhoeffer.