Historical Fiction by Time Period: Exploring Epic Tales of the Past Historical fiction is a captivating genre that allows readers to immerse themselves in different time periods and experience the excitement, romance, and challenges of the past. From ancient civilizations to recent historical events, there is a multitude of remarkable novels that transport us to these eras. In this article, we will delve into some popular historical fiction books categorized by time periods, helping you discover compelling stories and talented authors. 1. Ancient Civilizations: - "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett: Set in 12th-century England, this masterpiece chronicles the construction of a magnificent cathedral and the lives of those involved. - "I, Claudius" by Robert Graves: Immerse yourself in the captivating world of ancient Rome, following the story of Emperor Claudius and the turbulent politics of the Julio-Claudian dynasty. 2. Medieval Era: - "The Name of the Rose" by Umberto Eco: A gripping murder mystery set in a medieval Italian monastery, entwined with theological debates and political intrigue. - "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel: This award-winning novel showcases the life of Thomas Cromwell, a key figure during the reign of King Henry VIII. 3. Renaissance and Elizabethan Era: - "The Other Boleyn Girl" by Philippa Gregory: Dive into the court of King Henry VIII, exploring the riveting story of Mary Boleyn and her sister Anne. - "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Although set during World War II, this book artfully captures the essence of Nazi Germany with rich historical details. 4. Victorian Era: - "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë: Follow the independent and passionate Jane Eyre in her journey through life, love, and self-discovery. - "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde: This gothic tale explores the moral corruption and decadence of Victorian society through the enigmatic life of Dorian Gray. 5. World War I and II: - "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr: A poignant story set during World War II, following the lives of a blind French girl and a young German soldier. - "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Set in Nazi Germany, this book provides a unique perspective on the power of books and the resilience of the human spirit. Searching for these historical fiction novels can lead you to various reputable websites, such as Goodreads, where you can find extensive lists of recommended reads for each time period. Additionally, exploring renowned historical fiction authors like Philippa Gregory, Ken Follett, and Hilary Mantel will provide you with an extensive catalog of captivating novels. In conclusion, historical fiction offers a window into the past, allowing us to experience the triumphs, struggles, and daily lives of people from different time periods. Whether you're intrigued by ancient civilizations, the Renaissance, or the World Wars, there is a historical fiction novel waiting to transport you to another era. So, grab a book and embark on a remarkable journey through time!
Transmigrating into the role of Tang Xin, the notorious senior sister of the Xuanling Sect, I had hoped to build a good relationship with the protagonist, Su Ling, the future number one sword god of Jiuzhou. However, the system forced me to continue being a "villain"... Huh, something's not right. Why is it that the more I insult her, the more she likes me? Why are there more and more beautiful girls around me?
485.27 Million words | 2022-08-26 18:14Update
Hong Renkong, a senior high school student majoring in liberal arts, unexpectedly becomes Hong Xiuquan from a hundred years ago. He comprehensively understands the history of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom and laments for it. Determined to change history, he wants to make the movement that once caused widespread suffering and cannibalism a true source of national pride! As a poem goes: "The shadow of the Heavenly Kingdom shines upon China, pitying the people who have not yet been spared from calamity. With a heart for the impoverished masses, he defies history and the Qing Dynasty, leaving behind a Taiping legacy of tranquility."
294.31 Million words | 2021-05-22 23:28Update
Research monk Li Mengyang, I don't know how it happened, but he ended up in the mid-20th century and, even more unfortunate, was sold as a "piglet" to America. This era was one of the fastest-growing periods in American history! A plethora of heroes emerged in this era! The times were ever-changing! Li Mengyang, who arrived in America naked, witnessed the Gold Rush, the Wild West, Native Americans, the emancipation of slaves, and the Civil War... But Li Mengyang never imagined that he, as a super-proletariat, would eventually become the Emperor of America. PS: This is not only a foreign history, but it will also be a part of Chinese history and world history! "The Black Car" is a completed work, and there are also "Red Master Director" and "Using the Brain to Play Ball" for those who enjoy this type of story. Please rest assured to collect it, as the quality of "The Black Car" is guaranteed. Thank you very much!
2.39 Million words | 2020-09-15 18:57Update
When my faith is engraved with the country and the people, I become an unstoppable war machine; when this faith burns with passion, I become a fervent believer that makes the world tremble! Go mad, roar with rage, under the trumpet of faith, under the call of duty, I live for my country, die for the people, and fight endlessly with blood staining the red flag! PS: Exercise extreme caution before clicking, because it is addictive, really addictive, absolutely truly addictive! Highly addictive, be cautious, cautious, cautious... Seventh-grade craftsmanship, guaranteed quality; branded assurance, trustworthy. (Published works: "Fangs," "King of Soldiers," "King of Soldiers: The Supreme")
200.99 Million words | 2023-06-25 19:12Update
"The King's Adorable Concubine" has thrilling and captivating plot twists that were skillfully written by the author, Yin Mei Hu. You can read the latest refreshing and clean chapters of this novel for free on the Qidian platform.
548.80 Million words | 2023-05-27 16:47Update
In the year, the vast Yadong Empire was still in turmoil, and the throne of power under the Huanglong Banner was on the verge of collapse. In this year, the Xuantong era was proclaimed, and the Prince Regent assumed power. In this year, the Royal Guards were established, marking the beginning of the most elite army in late Qing China, and the thunderous rain of bullets from the Maxims machine guns astonished the nation. In this year, the Chinese territory was still adorned with autumn leaves and sea holly, as the cavalry from Koulun to Tannu Uriankhai acted as an impenetrable barrier against the expansionist ambitions of Tsarist Russia. In this year, the Qing Dynasty remained the largest country in Asia... But at the same time, in this year, Sun Dapao was still fundraising in San Francisco, Yuan Gongbao was still fishing in Huanshang Village, and Emperor Xuantong had not yet been weaned off. Yet, a rising star with modern ambitions had already stirred up the late Qing political landscape, deploying schemes and conspiracies, aiming to rise rapidly or seize great power? Ye Kai, Aisin-Gioro Liangbi, casually manicured his nails and chuckled silently, "In my opinion... it's still better to hold things in the palm of your hand." (Light Yaoi, Soft Alternate History, Political Intrigue)
481.39 Million words | 2020-10-21 13:03Update
What if I've traveled through time? I still need to eat, sleep, and fall in love... To survive in this unknown world, and for the sake of that one male god who looks just like the one before I traveled, I'm willing to give it my all... But, may I ask, what kind of creature is this wicked guy? Enjoying tormenting me, aren't you? Just wait until I slowly settle the score with you~~~~~~~~~~
475.55 Million words | 2021-01-20 12:56Update
I slept on a dragon couch at night, embraced by Empress He, but not Emperor Han Lingdi, Liu Hong. During the day, I commanded troops, with Lu Bu as my general. Wang Yun sent Diaochan to use a series of tricks against me, but not Dong Zhuo. If you ask who I am, in fact, I am a modern person who traveled through time to become a humble youth in the late Eastern Han Dynasty. In the chaotic era of the Three Kingdoms, why bother coming from a prestigious family? Four generations of high officials mean nothing more than transient clouds! Generational elites are nothing more than weeds! With my limited understanding of the Three Kingdoms, I dare to seize the imperial throne and become an emperor.
343.84 Million words | 2021-11-14 12:48Update
Cheng Huailiang, a youth of the new century, grew up under the five-starred red flag while reading the martial arts novels of Jin Yong and Gu Long. He always dreamed of witnessing the legendary Dragon Subduing Eighteen Palms, Nine Suns Divine Art, and Dugu Nine Swords, hoping to witness the extraordinary skills of heroes like Qiao Feng and Guo Jing. He also longed to see the legendary beauties like Xiaolongnü and Huang Rong, and to live like the decadent sons and daughters in TV dramas, strolling the streets at sunset with a few lackeys, taking advantage of every opportunity to approach beautiful women... Luck brought him to the Tang Dynasty, a place coveted by many. After achieving wealth and status, he thought he could enjoy endless indulgence and pursue countless women. However, he soon realized that although the Tang Dynasty was beautiful, it was full of traps. Li Er was the biggest pitfall, and even the esteemed Changsun treated him like a cash cow. The famous generals and ministers in the imperial court manipulated him for their own gain. In order to lie on a bed of gold and live a life of ease, Cheng Huailiang's previously carefree life turned into one of constant hardship. The princess of the Tang Dynasty, with her passion and beauty, the majesty of the grasslands, the desolation of the desert, the sorrow outside the royal city, and the allure of the island nation, all these will be revealed here, one by one. With my spear pointing in all directions, nothing can stand against me. Wherever I stand, it becomes the territory of the Tang Dynasty!
122.75 Million words | 2022-07-18 09:57Update
Hulei Taiji: A martial art focused on practical combat, alternating between hardness and softness, speed and slowness, with resounding strength. Yen Nianlang: An orphan raised by wolves, who rounded off his edges in society while keeping his wild nature hidden. This is the story of a common soldier, who, through unexpected events, transformed from an ordinary to a legendary soldier, from a forest guard to a determined special forces warrior. This story is highly realistic, but please do not identify with it. I will also never admit it, so it is a fabricated reality.
295.29 Million words | 2023-06-12 05:35Update
【Ancient Crosses Modern Rich and Powerful Entertainment Circle Variety Metaphysics】The legitimate eldest daughter of the Hou family, Jiang Li, travels back in time and finds herself as the cannon fodder who self-destructs shortly after her debut in a CEO novel. Shocking!
297.50 Million words | 2021-02-21 16:22Update
Chen Guang is a small anchor who, during a live stream, travels through time with a live streaming system and becomes a prince in the Qian Dynasty. As the crown prince wants to get rid of him as soon as possible, and the live streaming system keeps giving him strange tasks that could result in death if not completed, Chen Guang finds himself living a thrilling life. And the first task that the live streaming system gives him is to marry the eleven-year-old princess of Yuan Kingdom within a month. Chen Guang says, "I'm not really a lolicon, the system is forcing me." Netizens say, "Stop making trouble and get to live streaming." QQ Group: Randomly sending red envelopes.
478.37 Million words | 2023-06-27 22:28Update
The unparalleled talents of the Twelve Beauties of Jinling could not escape the tragic fate of being inevitably associated with sorrow and tears. Even the astounding stubborn stone is nothing more than an irreparable stone! The collapse of the Red Chamber resonates loudly, shattering the dream into pieces. The empty space of the antique lamp and ancient Buddha may not be truly empty, as they recite the lingering resentment of Cao Xueqin. The Red Chamber has lost its dreams, leaving only remnants of dream shadows!
454.54 Million words | 2021-10-30 22:24Update
In the early years of the Republic of China, the sky was just beginning to light up. The early morning of early spring still had a chill in the air, but the Shanghai North Bund Pier was already a bustling scene. There were porters carrying goods, unloading cargo, and people waiting, all in abundance. Inspector Ying Xi of the Old Gate Police Station in the Shanghai International Settlement was also waiting for someone. He was about twenty years old, with high cheekbones and deep-set eyes. His short hair was slightly messy, and the stubble on his cheeks added a touch of ruggedness to his handsomeness and wildness. Ying Xi was leaning against the back seat of his bicycle, wearing his police uniform. His leather shoes were scruffy on his feet, and the buttons on his uniform were undone, revealing a hint of the gun holstered at his waist. His face was turned towards the river, and his deep eyes gazed into the distance.
72.34 Million words | 2021-05-11 09:19Update
The waste junior sister of the revered Mount Chongwu unexpectedly encountered two men even weaker than her within a day. One was mysterious and unfathomable, the other even more so. At that moment, she had no idea that these two "feeble" men would dominate the tumultuous winds and clouds of the Eastern Land for hundreds of years to come. The sudden reversal of their identities made one become her blood relative, while the other became her blood enemy. One made a promise to accompany her for a lifetime, but ultimately left her. One bestowed upon her supreme power, but caused her to lose everything. Power struggles, battles between gods and demons escalated because of her appearance. The love and hate of two generations pushed her step by step into the chaotic heart of strife, ultimately leading her to rebirth like a phoenix... Reading Instructions: Fictional fantasy, a chaotic world of the divine race, palace and aristocratic families, political intrigue and power struggles. The author guarantees quality and has a completed long novel "Sili Separate".
89.46 Million words | 2022-08-26 03:48Update
Only professionals can do professional things! When time travel becomes fashionable and trendy, history needs even more professional time travelers. Gao Xing, a member of the Dragon Group, who always dreamed of traveling back in time, finally fulfilled his wish and arrived in the chaotic late period of the Northern and Southern Dynasties. Without Song Yu's tribute, there is still Xiao Meiniang. I don't like violence, but I don't mind using it. I don't like the smell of copper, but I don't want anyone to have more money than me. I don't like dominating, but I like to have the world submit to my feet. I am not a savior, but I am the terminator! I will treat the people under my rule with the warmth of spring, treat women with the heat of summer, treat the island country and the stick people like the autumn wind sweeping fallen leaves, and treat enemies more cruelly than the harsh winter. - Gao Xing. If you think "The Great Success of Establishing the Sui Dynasty" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and Weibo!
463.81 Million words | 2021-01-22 13:50Update
From the moment Lin Fan set foot in the land of the Tang Dynasty, there was no turning back. Sometimes, that's just how life is - once an arrow is shot, there is no way to retrieve it. But the journey must go on... A thousand readers, a thousand Hamlets. A thousand authors, a thousand versions of the Tang Dynasty. My Tang Dynasty cannot have sorrow, cannot have darkness. It can only have the most touching family bond, the most sincere friendship, the most beautiful love, the heroic spirit of warriors on horseback, and the ambition to surpass all obstacles. Since heaven has granted Lin Fan a golden key, let's see how he builds a thriving
319.46 Million words | 2020-12-31 20:11Update
Yue Xi Luo, the daughter of a famous general, marries Prince Yun Ze Xiao Qi against the will of her father and brother, who sacrificed their lives in battle to ensure the stability of Prince Yun's position and Yue Xi's happiness. However, in a moment of danger, Prince Yun abandons Yue Xi to save another woman, leaving her heartbroken and fallen into despair. Years later, Prince Yun remarries, while Yue Xi, saved by a mysterious figure from the 'Eternal Realm', returns with the truth behind the deaths on the battlefield. She carries a curse that will unleash the 'Demon' upon the Flame Kingdom, along with a secret that can disrupt the balance of the entire world. With a heart burning for revenge, she returns from the ashes...
131.72 Million words | 2022-10-25 23:44Update
One Lu, two Zhao, three Dian Wei, four Guan Yu, five Ma Chao, six Zhang Fei. Huang, Xu, Sun, Tai, two Xiahou, two Zhang, Xu, Pang, Gan, Zhou, Wei. Zhang Xiu, the divine spear, and Wen Yan, though brave, were doomed to a tragic fate. Twenty-four famous generals of the Three Kingdoms, finally Deng Ai and Jiang Wei. In the era of the Three Kingdoms, outstanding generals emerged one after another, shining with brilliance. It is fortunate to be reborn in such a grand era, dueling and dancing with numerous famous generals on the battlefield, which is a stroke of luck. Braving the three armies, strategizing on the battlefield, this is the dream and passion of a passionate man. When stepping into this grand era, one can only say: The first general of the Three Kingdoms, who can surpass me?
411.13 Million words | 2021-09-11 15:06Update
She sold her soul to the assassin group for the man she fell in love with, and waited eagerly for the day he would marry her. However, she witnessed her beloved man engage in an incestuous relationship with her cousin. Unable to bear it any longer, she killed the unfaithful couple and swore that in her next life, she would never fall in love with another man again... However, when she suddenly time-traveled to a period in history that never existed, she found herself surrounded by numerous handsome men. And this seemingly sweet man...
338.03 Million words | 2021-07-12 20:30Update
The Eighteen Heroes of Sui and Tang dynasties were all extraordinary. Qin Shuobao broke the river with a single halberd, Li Yuanba shattered the mountain with a hammer, and Yu Chi Gong marched fearlessly amidst ten thousand troops. As the protagonist, Liu Li was equally impressive, supporting the sky with a single pillar!
63.33 Million words | 2020-12-08 11:07Update
