best historical fiction audiobooks of all time

Best historical fiction audiobooks of all time: A captivating journey through the past

Are you a fan of historical fiction? Do you enjoy immersing yourself in gripping tales set in bygone eras? If so, you're in for a treat! In this article, we will take you on a mesmerizing journey back in time as we unveil the best historical fiction audiobooks of all time. Get ready to embark on extraordinary adventures and meet unforgettable characters as you listen to these captivating tales.

1. "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett: Set in 12th-century England, this epic masterpiece weaves together the lives of various characters against a backdrop of cathedral construction, political turmoil, and forbidden love.

2. "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon: Transporting readers to 18th-century Scotland, this heart-pounding series follows the adventures of Claire Randall, a time-traveling nurse who finds herself torn between two remarkably different men and caught in the midst of the Jacobite uprising.

3. "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel: Immerse yourself in the court of King Henry VIII as you follow the rise of Thomas Cromwell, a cunning and ambitious commoner who becomes one of the most influential figures in English history.

4. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Set in Nazi Germany during World War II, this moving tale is narrated by Death himself and follows a young girl named Liesel Meminger as she finds solace and escape in books during a time of darkness.

5. "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell: Journey to the American South during the Civil War and Reconstruction era through the eyes of Scarlett O'Hara, a headstrong and resilient Southern belle determined to survive and thrive in a world filled with uncertainty.

6. "The Name of the Rose" by Umberto Eco: Explore the mysteries of a 14th-century Italian monastery as a Franciscan friar, William of Baskerville, investigates a series of bizarre deaths that may be connected to forbidden knowledge hidden within the library's labyrinthine walls.

When looking for these exceptional historical fiction audiobooks, there are several online platforms where you can find and enjoy them. Some highly recommended websites include Audible, Librivox, and Scribd. These platforms offer a wide range of audiobooks, including the ones mentioned above, allowing you to dive into these captivating stories at your convenience.

So, whether you enjoy tales of medieval Europe, time-traveling adventures, or stories set in tumultuous wartime periods, these best historical fiction audiobooks of all time are sure to satisfy your cravings for immersive storytelling. Sit back, relax, and let the rich narrations transport you to intriguing historical settings filled with suspense, romance, and intrigue. Happy listening!
Hero of Great Jin Fiction
Hero of Great Jin

Princess Loulan, born with special abilities, finds herself in distress in Luoyang. She dedicates herself to mastering gambling skills and gathering an army, vowing to reclaim her homeland. In a surprising turn of events, the beautiful youth transforms into a deadly assassin, but amidst utter despair, obtains an unparalleled divine skill! I seek revenge! I long to regain my masculinity! The city of Luoyang is overrun with zombies, causing terror everywhere. Who will break the impasse? With this invisibility cloak, one can freely do whatever they desire without being seen, but absolutely no misdeeds should be committed! As chaos engulfs the world, who will emerge as the ultimate ruler? It is time to save the people!

76.18 Million words | 2021-04-10 14:47Update

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A galloping horse rules the world. Fiction
A galloping horse rules the world.

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326.96 Million words | 2021-06-03 00:09Update

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The Divine General Liu Feng in the Three Kingdoms War. Fiction
The Divine General Liu Feng in the Three Kingdoms War.

In this year, Liu Bei's biological son, Liu Shan, was born. In this year, Cao Cao boasted an army of 800,000 marching south. In this year, a modern accountant traveled back in time and became Liu Bei's adopted son, Liu Feng. With an awkward identity, imminent disasters, and a tragic ending in the distant future, Liu Feng, who is well aware of all this, can only rise up and resist

404.85 Million words | 2023-01-24 00:01Update

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Three Kingdoms of Battle Fiction
Three Kingdoms of Battle

The young man left Wu Ling City, riding a wild horse and accompanied by a leopard and a sparrow. Leading a powerful mercenary group, he arrogantly manipulated the heroes of the world, overturning the heavens and earth with a flick of his finger. This young king, who would change the world's situation, is coming towards you... _____________________________________________________________________ This is an epic mercenary adventure set in the Three Kingdoms era. _____________________________________________________________________ Updates will be posted daily, so brothers and sisters, please rest assured and bookmark this story. Don't forget to support with monthly tickets!

247.42 Million words | 2021-11-18 10:13Update

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Master Tang Fiction
Master Tang

In the late period of the prosperous reign of Emperor Taizong in the Tang Dynasty, there were both internal and external troubles, and the era of Zhenguan was coming to an end. The flourishing era of Kaiyuan was still far away. In the west, the barbarians of Tuyuhun frequently harassed the borders, followed by the menacing Tubo from the rear. The Eastern and Western Turkic tribes in the north remained a threat, and there were also Goguryeo in the northeast waiting to be conquered. The Shiwei and Mohe tribes were also becoming restless. Under the influence of many old ministers, Li Chengqian, Li Tai, and Li Zhi seemed to be on the verge of repeating the Xuanwu Gate Incident. At this critical moment, unexpectedly, the beloved Princess Jingyang, whom Li Er cherished the most, died under mysterious

426.71 Million words | 2021-11-06 15:06Update

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Mysterious Heaven Evil Lord Fiction
Mysterious Heaven Evil Lord

Nine Heavenly Thunder Body Tempering, with the laws of heaven and earth within, dominating by reincarnation of Yin and Yang, and supreme in the Xuan Tian Supreme Scripture! With a mysterious stone, a peculiar dantian, and unimaginably powerful divine skills, he, who has been reborn in a different world, obtains cultivation talents that are difficult for ordinary people to reach, advancing with great strides! Witness how he steps onto the peak of martial arts, becoming a generation's unparalleled evil lord, leading the way with unparalleled elegance! (The new book "Arrogant Sky Madness Emperor" has been uploaded. Everyone is welcome to support... Thank you!)

287.18 Million words | 2021-08-31 12:16Update

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A Strange Fiction
A Strange

The novel revolves around the dual time-travel of Liu Yong and his forty-fifth generation descendant Liu Chang. It witnesses the miracles created by Liu Sanbian in the realms of military affairs, art, new words, and love. He is not only a playboy in the world of romance, but also a socially influential figure filled with positive energy. While seemingly indulging in a world of beauty and desire, he actually experiences a life full of interesting joys and hardships.

22.17 Million words | 2022-04-17 16:04Update

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The Ultimate Prince Fiction
The Ultimate Prince

Duan Zhong has many famous quotes. For example, I want to time travel. So he time traveled. For example, I want a beautiful woman. So he saw Su Su. For example, I want to conquer the world. So he learned to indulge in fantasies. The bloody and shameless growth history of JP prince...very lewd, very shameless. Not produced, guaranteed completed. Already completed one novel on K. Collecting flowers, not one less! If you have any opinions, feel free to discuss with me: The original old group didn't have much popularity, those interested can join: [group link]

5.91 Million words | 2020-07-08 01:44Update

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Late Qing Dynasty Warlord. Fiction
Late Qing Dynasty Warlord.

During the Xianfeng period, there was the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom uprising and the Second Opium War. Countless humiliations and glories erupted at the same time, making this an era that is both inspiring and intoxicating! This is a story of the rise of a modern empire, a legend belonging to Lin Zhe! In the rain, the usual style of "reasonable imagination, thrilling dominance" presents to you the most realistic and shocking battle for dominance! The old writer guarantees the quality and quantity of the new book, so please rest assured to collect and read it! Welcome everyone to join the book friends group ().

515.19 Million words | 2023-02-04 21:48Update

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Strong soldiers/army Fiction
Strong soldiers/army

Fans of the Iron Blood Army's history, please show your support! Author's custom tag: Hot-blooded

208.73 Million words | 2021-03-12 21:05Update

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The Young Gentleman of the Great Ming Fiction
The Young Gentleman of the Great Ming

In the Imperial Palace of the Ming Dynasty, wisps of blue smoke rose, The southern barbarians and northern invaders gazed upon the vast land, After nearly two hundred years, the Empire of Ming was showing signs of decline, In the darkest days of Ming, a loud sound came from the sky, and a young man appeared out of nowhere. Many years later, the young man would say with deep emotions, "If I hadn't taken a second look at you in the crowd, would I have become like this?" PS: This book has been contracted, please feel free to bookmark it. The author has already completed two VIP books, "Man Tang Chun" and "Ming Dynasty Hero." Please show your support!

298.35 Million words | 2021-05-04 13:02Update

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Dictatorship of me alone. Fiction
Dictatorship of me alone.

是他的真正本事。王辰浩利用种种手段,让国家逐渐强大起来,成为一位被人敬畏的领袖。然而,权力的滋味也让他变得越来越贪婪和独裁,他开始剥夺人民的自由和权益,将国家推向了深渊。最终,他在国内外受到了强大的反对力量,被推翻并付出了惨痛的代价。尽管如此,他的传奇故事仍然在历史中被铭记。

480.60 Million words | 2022-12-09 19:50Update

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Bad Fiction
Bad

This is a story about an ancient scoundrel who is even more mischievous than Little Fish and more cunning than Wei Xiaobao. The whole story is lighthearted and full of laughter. This is my third long-length novel, "Huan Hai Zhu Liu", which is currently being serialized and signed by Fei Ku QQ: SJ.

137.06 Million words | 2021-01-22 08:31Update

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The Idyllic Great Tang Fiction
The Idyllic Great Tang

Idyllic Tang Dynasty, warm sunshine, golden wheat fields, with egrets soaring. Zhang Xiaobao: "I don't think with my abilities I can change anything significant. My idea is simple, just to improve our own living conditions. But many times, things don't develop as you wish. During my efforts to elevate our family's living standards, many unexpected things happened. How should I put it? Well... is it as simple as the butterfly's wings? No, no, no, this analogy is too flashy. Let's make it more down-to-earth. I'm like a piece of rat droppings thrown into a boiling pot." Wang Juan: "Since coming to this era with international fraudsters, I announce that there will be no more scammers in this world." ***** Group chat: "Feel free to join, anyone can come in." Same as above. Same as above, there are nine more spots available.

254.76 Million words | 2022-11-01 21:50Update

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Financial Sage of the Tang Dynasty. Fiction
Financial Sage of the Tang Dynasty.

[Winner of the Historical Web Novel Award - Contest Entry] Qian Duo was reborn in the Tang Dynasty, born into the wealthy Qian family known for their immense wealth. However, Qian Duo grew up poor, never having experienced a life of luxury. His uncle enjoyed drowning himself in alcohol, his other uncle was a Robin Hood-like figure, robbing the rich to help the poor, and his father had a knack for understanding people's motives. Qian Duo was taught the ways of Daoism by the Nine Suns Immortal from Mount Longhu and learned Buddhism from the Master who had traveled to Tianzhu. He acquired knowledge in the three teachings of Daoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism. From here, Qian Duo

251.31 Million words | 2022-05-10 07:23Update

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Thundering War Soldier Fiction
Thundering War Soldier

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

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Shocking! The Legitimate Eldest Daughter Tears Apart the Script of the Rich and Fiction
Shocking! The Legitimate Eldest Daughter Tears Apart the Script of the Rich and

【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

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The Return of the Princess Fiction
The Return of the Princess

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

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Superstar with a gun. Fiction
Superstar with a gun.

Do you think I am a singer? Yes, indeed I am a singer! But you surely don't know that with a gun in my hand, I am the god of war, mercilessly killing on the battlefield! Do you think I am a soldier? Yes, indeed I am a soldier! But you surely don't know that when I strum the guitar, my singing voice can captivate you endlessly! Taking up a pen, the pieces I write can intoxicate people! Putting on a costume, the roles I perform can leave an unforgettable impression on you for a lifetime! So, in fact, I am a gun-wielding superstar!

561.52 Million words | 2020-08-26 23:24Update

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War of the Ming Dynasty's End Fiction
War of the Ming Dynasty's End

In the late Ming Dynasty, conquering the world, ruling the land, and collecting beautiful women, all in my hands!

82.88 Million words | 2021-05-05 00:29Update

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