Historical Fiction: Transport Yourself to the Pages of the Past If you are a lover of history, adventure, and storytelling, then historical fiction is the perfect genre to dive into. By blending real-world events with fictional characters and narratives, historical fiction transports readers to different eras, allowing them to experience the past through the eyes of captivating protagonists. In this article, we will explore some of the most beloved historical fiction novels, outstanding authors in the genre, and recommend some reputable websites to satisfy your cravings for immersive historical tales. 1. "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett: Set in 12th-century England, this epic novel follows the construction of a cathedral in the fictional town of Kingsbridge against a backdrop of political intrigue, societal conflicts, and religious upheaval. Ken Follett's meticulous research and gripping storytelling make this book a must-read for any historical fiction enthusiast. 2. "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell: Set during the American Civil War and Reconstruction era, this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel chronicles the tempestuous relationship between Scarlett O'Hara and Rhett Butler. Margaret Mitchell's vivid portrayal of the South and its transformation in the face of war has made "Gone with the Wind" a timeless classic. 3. "The Shadow of the Wind" by Carlos Ruiz Zafón: Immerse yourself in the mysterious world of post-war Barcelona with this spellbinding tale. Carlos Ruiz Zafón intricately weaves together various storylines, centered around a forgotten book and a secret library known as the Cemetery of Forgotten Books. "The Shadow of the Wind" is a masterfully crafted novel that combines elements of historical fiction, mystery, and romance. 4. "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel: Step into the Tudor era with this multiple award-winning novel that brings to life the infamous court of Henry VIII. Hilary Mantel delves into the life of Thomas Cromwell, the king's chief minister, offering a fresh perspective on one of history's most tumultuous periods. "Wolf Hall" is a compelling read, filled with political intrigue and intimate character portrayals. 5. "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon: Blending elements of historical fiction, romance, and time travel, "Outlander" takes readers on a thrilling journey through 18th-century Scotland and beyond. Follow the adventures of Claire Randall, a World War II nurse, as she finds herself caught between two worlds and two lovers. Diana Gabaldon's richly detailed storytelling will keep you riveted from start to finish. Notable Authors: In addition to the aforementioned novels, there are several acclaimed authors in the historical fiction genre worth exploring. Some of them include Philippa Gregory, Bernard Cornwell, Sharon Kay Penman, and Colleen McCullough. Each of these authors has contributed immensely to the genre, offering diverse perspectives on different periods in history. Websites for Historical Fiction Enthusiasts: If you're eager to discover more historical fiction books, connect with like-minded readers, or stay updated on the latest releases, the following websites are fantastic resources: 1. Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): This popular online community allows users to rate and review books, join reading groups, and find personalized recommendations based on their reading preferences. 2. Historical Novel Society (www.historicalnovelsociety.org): An organization dedicated to promoting and supporting the historical fiction genre, their website offers reviews, articles, author interviews, and a comprehensive list of new releases. 3. BookBub (www.bookbub.com): This website sends personalized ebook deals straight to your inbox, including a wide selection of historical fiction titles at discounted prices. In conclusion, historical fiction offers a captivating blend of history, adventure, and imagination. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking for a gripping tale set in the past, these recommended novels and resources will help satisfy your cravings for immersive historical storytelling. So grab a book, embark on a journey through time, and let the past come alive through the power of historical fiction.
In the 14th year of the Xiantong era in the great Tang Dynasty, in the year of AD. The 17th Emperor of the Tang Dynasty, Emperor Yizong, passed away, and the empire in the setting sun welcomed the 12-year-old 18th Emperor, Emperor Xizong Li Xuan. It was only a few months before private salt merchant Wang Xianzhi led ten divisions to rebel against the Tang Dynasty, and another private salt merchant, Huang Chao, who loved singing chrysanthemums, had long held grievances against the Tang Dynasty. At this time, Prince Jin Li Ke used was still a small frontier officer, and the Thirteen Guardians had yet to make a name for themselves. Emperor Zhu Wen of Later Liang was feeding pigs at a landlord's house, Prince Wang Jian of Shu was killing donkeys, Xu Wen of Southern Tang was smuggling salt, King Qian Liu of Wuyue was a hired thug for salt smugglers, Prince Ma Yin of Chu was a carpenter, and Prince Gao Jixing of Nanping, a notorious gambler, was working as a house servant for a merchant family. The three Wang brothers, rulers of the Min Kingdom, were still low-level clerks in the county office, Prince Muzhi Li Maozhen was a low-ranking soldier in the Chengde Army, and King Yang Xingmi of Wu was a bandit hiding in Luzhou. At this time, the Khitan people, who would later oppress the Han people for hundreds of years, were still grazing on the grasslands. The future Dali Kingdom, which would eventually become a separatist in the southwest, had not yet been established, and the Western Xia Xiangxiang people, who would dominate the northwest in the future, were still loyal to the Li Tang Dynasty. It was at this moment that Li Jing accidentally stumbled into this waning empire of the Tang Dynasty. Group ID: [群号]
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A mysterious landslide, which led to him replacing the Second Emperor of Qin; while most people who travel through time encounter beautiful ladies and have numerous adventures, I can only worry about staying alive; aside from Zhao Gao, recruiting Li Si, and saving the Meng brothers; restoring the fallen clans of the Six States, witnessing the turbulent times of the world; resisting the Xiongnu, rejecting the Xiongnu, and pacifying Goguryeo; I possess the world, how can there be a shortage of beauties. Snatching Yu Ji, seizing Lady Qi. Empress Lv? Oh, she's long been in Liu Bang's warm embrace. The splendid Han nation, only I am the great Qin.
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【Farm + Cute Kids + Sweet Pet + Vengeance】Qin Jiuyue, the ace assassin of the 22nd century, transmigrated into a malicious and despised rural girl, along with a living dead husband and four children with distinct personalities! Roll up your sleeves and work hard! I'll make you earn a fortune first. We can catch rabbits on the mountain and catch precious fish in the river. I'm skilled in farming and business! I raise chubby kids, teach them literature and martial arts, and guide them to become honorable heroes. Later on - The new emperor ascends the throne: I was raised by my mother. Young general: I was also raised by my mother. Foreign princess: I was adopted by Sister Jiuyue. The free-spirited medical saint: I was also picked up by Jiuyue as her disciple.
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There are no born heroes in this world, and no one is destined to be a hero from the moment they are born. Heroes are made by the times, but in some cases, the word "made" may also imply coercion. At least Yue Fan never thought about becoming a hero. Is it the time? Is it fate? A hero? A tyrant? In a great era, no one can stay out of the matters. This is the story of a humble commoner who only knew how to escape for his life, rising to become a fearless and indomitable man.
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Wu Zetian ascended to the throne. In the ancient city of Luoyang a thousand years ago, the vibrant peonies bloomed in bright red, and the morning sun rose, shedding countless rays of light. Beneath the prosperity, concealed were the bloody battles that unfolded time and time again. Qin Shaoyou arrived, and then he smiled: "Give me a vegetable knife, and I can conquer the world."
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Who says the sea is stormy? I say only those who dare can win! As a time traveler, Li Tu aims to pioneer the era of great maritime exploration in the late Ming Dynasty. This is a story of a time traveler's struggle and adventures in the late Ming Dynasty. It's an exciting tale.
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She was a low-born lady, who was betrayed by her own flesh and blood and had to pay for it with her life. When she was reborn, she came back to this place once again as a low-born lady. Does anyone still remember the illegitimate daughter who died in this bustling place? Even though facing great difficulties, she will still take a chance, change her fate, and let them know what it means to struggle against destiny. This book is full of family conflicts, schemes and tricks, the fight against evil forces, stories about dealing with mistresses, and the saying "it is better to farm than to worship gods."
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In the seventh year of the Sui Dynasty, it seemed to be a prosperous year. Emperor Yang of Sui set out to conquer Liaodong, aspiring to become an eternal emperor. Li Yuan, unknown and diligent, was overseeing provisions on the frontline in Liaodong. Zhilang Wang Bo was singing "The Long Spear Invades Half the Sky, The Round Blade Shines in the Sun" on Changbai Mountain. In the blink of an eye, war flames ignited. Li Shimin was full of confidence, Li Mi hung a book on the horn of a bull, and Zhang Xuduo was about to engage in countless battles on the yellow sand. Li Xuanba, Yuwen Chengdu, Qin Qiong, Yu Chigong, and Cheng Yaojin, these heroes also made their appearance. The picturesque landscape, the rivers and mountains stretching for thousands of miles; the stunning beauty of the country could intoxicate the world, with a dance that would move heaven and earth. Traveling through time and space, in this magnificent era, starting from the common people, practicing martial arts in Shaolin, gathering allies in Wagang, overlooking the world! There is already a completed novel with nearly two million words, guaranteed quality. This book is largely based on meticulous research, striving to be different from other Sui and Tang Dynasty works, presenting a unique and detailed era.
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In that year, the first-class football league of the Great Song Dynasty was in full swing, and Su Dongpo, the national heartthrob, excelled in the college entrance examination. In that year, housing prices in the capital soared, and Ouyang Xiu, an old cadre, was kicked out of his house by his wife for not buying in time. In that year, Zhao Guanjia peeped at the voluptuous female sumo wrestler on the Lantern Festival, only to be caught red-handed by the masses led by Sima Guang. That was also the year when Wang Laohu brought his daughter to participate in a dating show and declared that she would only marry a scholar, causing panic among the four talented scholars by the Golden Ming Lake. And still in that year, Hedong Lion was pleased to get married while the rouge tiger was busy with blind dates, and the national child prodigy competition began with the grand entrance of young talents from all over the country.
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Transmigrating into an ancient era of lush green mountains, flowing rivers, fragrant vegetation, life couldn't be better. At least the food consumed is all naturally and organically obtained, spending leisure time with playful cats, walking dogs, encountering hyenas, wolves, tigers, leopards, occasionally practicing medicine... living comfortably and freely!
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Gu Wan carries a humble portable shop and reincarnates to regain her lost soul. This time, she will not tire of being a noble lady and will earnestly study and improve herself to become a true daughter of a prestigious family. She will never marry a playboy who appears to be wealthy but is actually worthless. She wishes for her elder brother's good health, a happy family reunion, a comfortable lifestyle, and a loving husband... ps: I accept any criticism and suggestions, even if they are harsh. I welcome everyone to point out any problematic areas, so they can be corrected now or avoided in the future!
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This marriage was just a tool for her to escape from her family. She was framed and forced to die to prove her innocence. When she woke up, she transformed from a concubine to Miss Zhenxuan. Would she seek revenge relentlessly or forge her own path? The only thing she was certain about was that she would live as Zhenxuan, live a good life, and never allow herself to be forced into that situation again. The Bodhisattva gave her a second life, and she couldn't let that go to waste. QQ reader group welcomes everyone to join and have fun.
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Detective Di Gong became a legend, and Song Ruilong emerged in later generations! A talented student from the Armed Police Academy, a studious genius with a lifelong dream of martial arts, he happened to travel back in time to the body of a county magistrate in the Song Dynasty. Since then, he applied the cutting-edge crime-solving techniques he learned in the academy to solve cases in ancient times. Oh heavenly skies, grant me another chance to travel through time!
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Why am I so passive? People who travel through time can achieve great success, become officials, and even rise to the position of prime minister. But I have to rely on my beautiful fiancee to save me, and I am forced to start from being a non-mainstream bandit? Are you Yan Song showing off your seniority? Do you have a disability certificate like Yan Shifan? Did Xu Lao tolerate it for twenty whole years? Fine, do as you please! But I don't have that much patience... Seven battles, I will conquer! Three expeditions to the Western countries! Conquer the world and colonize its territories! I will create my own era!
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In the second year of the Great Jin Dynasty, Prince Dai, who had just recovered from a serious illness, arrived in Chang'an City. He flipped through history books and finally came to a conclusion: this was a dynasty unfamiliar to him, but possibly a dynasty he was familiar with. With the emperor's order to conquer Goguryeo, Baekje, and Korea, and the construction of the Grand Canal, as well as a series of national policies to pacify the south, he seemed to grasp something... an alternative history! Please don't take it as fact, thank you all! Regular group.
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A poor young man unwilling to be ordinary, yearning to rise above mediocrity and become extraordinary. Due to a twist of fate, he became the previously weak and sickly noble. However, the fierce struggle for power at the pinnacle made the bonds of family appear incredibly indifferent. Through numerous ups and downs, he finally obtained the icy and scorching throne. When he one day ascended to a position of great authority, he finally awakened to the realization that, in order to obtain that supreme and absolute power, he would have to sacrifice a lifetime of freedom. PS: This book is already completed, please support the author's new book "The Conquest of Wutang," thank you! Custom author tags: Blood and Glory.
135.61 Million words | 2020-11-03 09:35Update
Who said that literati are only admired during peaceful times? Even in chaotic times, one can still gain fame by copying poems. You have your mighty weapons, while I have my sharp tongue and my pen as my sword. You fight bravely on the front lines, while I climb the ranks in the rear. As a literary genius of our generation, I am the unrivaled leader, surpassing the "Seven Scholars of Jian'an". Witness how an ordinary humanities student manipulates various heroes in the late Eastern Han period.
274.57 Million words | 2020-08-25 12:58Update
Father imprisoned, huge debts at home, with no other choice, Liujing, who was once a prodigy but suppressed and tamed for six years by her parents, starts disguising herself as a man and doing everything possible to support this family. Little did she know, the man she once hurt, attacked, and provoked is also making a dramatic appearance. And that man has completely turned to the dark side now...
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He had exhausted all his schemes in vain in his previous life. If given another chance, he would prefer to live a simple life, enjoying the pleasures of eating, drinking, playing, and having fun. However, before that, there was still an obsession in his heart. After plotting for a while, he ultimately became entangled in this era of great strife. In turbulent times, some people wielded their blades in resistance, while others sang mournful songs. Amidst the sound of horses neighing, arrows flying, and swords clashing, he had originally thought he was just a bystander. But it turned out that what awaited him
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In the courtyard, the madam quarrels with the concubine, and the insignificant servant boy finds it amusing, oh so amusing. In the court, they all fight for power and fame, beware, oh beware of the prince's name. A certain woman: (proudly) I've learned all the tricks to seduce men! A certain prince: (raising an eyebrow) Is that so? A certain woman: (dejectedly) I am just a woman myself... A certain prince: (authoritatively) Come to me at once! A certain woman: (crossing her arms) Why
109.45 Million words | 2020-08-28 01:43Update
With the memories from his previous life, Lin Zhao was reborn in Donghu Town. However, the situation he faced was not optimistic. A strict and demanding stepmother suffocated him and his mother. The young man could only make a living as a cowherd in Donghu Town. Finally, one day, Lin Zhao abandoned the big blue ox he had raised for three years and walked into the not-so-distant city of Yuezhou. From then on...the world was somewhat different.
226.50 Million words | 2021-06-25 21:08Update