Historical fiction is a captivating genre that allows readers to travel back in time and experience different eras. From ancient civilizations to recent historical events, there are countless time periods to explore within this literary category. In this article, we will delve into some popular time periods in historical fiction and recommend some must-read novels for each era. 1. Ancient Egypt: When it comes to ancient civilizations, Egypt holds a significant place in world history. If you are interested in this time period, a remarkable novel to consider is "Cleopatra's Daughter" by Michelle Moran. This gripping tale brings to life the aftermath of Cleopatra's reign, following the fate of her children in imperial Rome. 2. Medieval Europe: Medieval Europe is a rich and captivating setting for historical fiction enthusiasts. One highly acclaimed novel set in this era is "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett. This epic tale takes readers on a journey through 12th-century England, exploring the construction of a magnificent cathedral amidst political turmoil and personal ambitions. 3. Renaissance Italy: The Renaissance was a period of unparalleled cultural and artistic achievements. To immerse yourself in the world of Renaissance Italy, consider reading "The Birth of Venus" by Sarah Dunant. Set in 15th-century Florence, this novel follows a young woman's journey of self-discovery against the backdrop of art, passion, and political intrigue. 4. Elizabethan England: Known as the Golden Age, Elizabethan England is a favorite time period for many historical fiction lovers. A highly recommended novel set in this era is "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel. This masterpiece explores the life of Thomas Cromwell, a key figure in Henry VIII's court, providing a compelling perspective on power, religion, and the tumultuous reign of the Tudors. 5. World War II: World War II remains a popular setting for historical fiction, offering a diverse range of stories from different perspectives. For an immersive experience, "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr is a must-read. This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel tells the intertwining stories of a French girl and a German boy whose lives are forever changed by the war. These are just a few examples of the vast array of time periods that historical fiction encompasses. To further explore this genre, you can visit websites like Goodreads or HistoricalNovels.info, which provide comprehensive book lists and recommendations based on various time periods and themes. Remember, historical fiction not only offers a thrilling escape into the past but also allows readers to gain insights into different cultures, traditions, and historical events. So, whether you're drawn to the allure of ancient civilizations or the drama of World War II, there is a historical fiction novel waiting to transport you to your desired time period. Happy reading!
An unexpected time travel, a painful memory, an unyielding resistance, and a legendary story of bravery. Special Forces Colonel Zheng Weiguo travels to a year, leading us to revisit the turbulent years of war. Want to know how Zheng Weiguo fiercely strikes the Japanese invaders? Please read the book "The Anti-Japanese Security Squad." Thank you! I have created a group, and the group ID is . Friends who love this book are welcome to join and chat!
313.30 Million words | 2022-04-15 04:33Update
In the 21st century, a protagonist joins a massive army of time travelers. He is reborn in the Republic of China and transforms from an insignificant individual into a heroic figure. He plundered Russian territory, expelled Japanese invaders, and restored our nation's glory. I hope to bring everyone an exhilarating and joyful Republic of China.
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[Rise of the Eastern Front, the Epic of a National Hero Amidst Turmoil of War. Flames of passion ignite, battles waged under the Soviet banner!]
513.13 Million words | 2022-04-25 13:08Update
As the only man in Zuoyue Tower, Yang Chen felt a lot of pressure. "By judging the clothes I wash, Sister Li has gained two pounds, Sister Wang has lost some weight, and can we please not let Sister Ma wear such revealing clothes? It puts a lot of pressure on me when I do the laundry." Yang Chen had to report his work every day, just like a brothel owner. Besides that, he had to remain faithful. "Yang Chen, come to my bed tonight!" "Let me kiss you, Sister!" "Remember, don't hide, tonight you're mine." ... Group number: , only for paying users. Seeking copyright cooperation, please contact the group and mention it.
479.74 Million words | 2023-03-02 14:28Update
In the twelfth year of Yongli, at the very end of the Southern Ming dynasty, it seemed that the force of the Qing Dynasty sweeping across the land was unstoppable. Li Dingguo, the final defender of the Yongli regime, died in a foreign land; Zheng Chenggong, the last steadfast supporter of the Han attire, embarked on a journey overseas. Amidst the world surrendering to the Manchu invaders, even when reduced to mere dozens, they refused the final offer of surrender by the Qing Dynasty... The vast lands have turned to ink, and all the heroes within the country were annihilated. It was no longer a war filled with hope, but a desperate struggle to the death. Faced with a formidable enemy, what path would the lone time traveler choose? Even if they could perceive the course of history, what use would it be? Should they wander overseas in search of a fresh start, or bet their life on the vast sea behind them? The incoming tide of a million enemy soldiers resembles a furious, boundless ocean. How can a solitary sword withstand such a relentless onslaught?
20.28 Million words | 2021-12-04 13:03Update
At the chaotic end of the Han Dynasty, a young man emerged from the shores of the East Sea, carrying with him a destiny that transcended time and space. He embarked on a journey to gather the heroes of the land. From the shores of the East Sea to the peak of the Southern Ridge, from the vast desert of the Western Regions to the wild hills of the Northern Wilderness, his footsteps and legends spread far and wide. With his unparalleled beauty, unmatched prowess on the battlefield, and an intellect that rivals even the most cunning strategist, who will determine life and death? Will he become a cunning warlord or a heroic figure? The answer lies in your judgment.
471.13 Million words | 2022-07-22 04:54Update
（Dedicated to the anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.） A mysterious young man with a special mission Gets into a car accident and when he opens his eyes, He sees the little devils entering the village! Soon after, his father is killed, his mother and sister go missing, He is filled with indomitable will, with iron and blood, His body and mind brimming with strange positive energy, His eyes shooting out terrifying red light... A steel fork, a bow and arrow, an old Western cannon,
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"The Five-Day Tour of the Great Ming. In the present day, one day is equivalent to one year in the Ming Dynasty. After the protagonist arrives in the Ming Dynasty, they realize that something is not right with the passage of time. Moreover, the northern part of the country is under the rule of the Qing Dynasty... where it follows a monarchial autocracy, while the southern part of the country is under the rule of the Ming Dynasty, where it follows a constitutional monarchy. The capital of the Northern Qing is kilometers away from the border, while the capital of the Southern Ming is only meters away from the border. However, the protagonist is in the Southern Ming. What do people in the Ming Dynasty wear in this century? How much do they earn? What are the Eastern Factory and the Embroidered Uniform Guard like in this century? Who listens to whom in the imperial family and the cabinet of the Ming Dynasty? How would tank battles be fought between the Ming and Qing Dynasty? How can the Great Ming submarines blockade the Japanese archipelago? Book club: [name].
321.46 Million words | 2023-01-29 21:57Update
Arise, slaves suffering from hunger and cold. Arise, people suffering all over the world. With hearts filled with burning passion, we will fight for truth! The old world will be overturned, slaves, arise, arise! Do not say that we have nothing, for we will be masters of the world!
326.19 Million words | 2020-11-02 03:33Update
He dedicates himself to serving the king, with no personal desires. He knows well the hardships of the frontier, and has no intention to scheme for a wife. The Iron Army of Anxi, unrivaled in the world, leans against the borders and overlooks the middle reaches of the river. It confronts the Turks in the north and pressures the Tubo in the south. After the crucial battle in Daruo, the elite troops perished, and the iron cavalry of the Great Tang disappeared west of Cengshan. After a thousand years, the land east of Cengshan still belongs to China, but west of Cengshan, the attire of the Han family is nowhere to be found. Memories of the past are unfathomable, and this resentment knows no bounds. A visitor from a thousand years later appears in the bustling Ten Years of Tianbao, silently altering the history of the Anxi Army... Just created a QQ group: Warmly welcome book lovers to join.
74.27 Million words | 2020-07-23 19:36Update
The Three Kingdoms is a legendary period in Chinese history. It is filled with bold and flamboyant heroes, as well as a group of extraordinary intellectuals. It also embodies the spirit of the Jian'an era and the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove. The Shu Han Empire is a miracle in human history. Despite being secluded in a corner, it represents the orthodox state. Every time they raised the banner of righteousness to launch a northern expedition, it was not just to achieve success, but to ensure that the people in the Central Plains would not forget the great Han Empire.
445.85 Million words | 2022-01-27 19:46Update
Lv Zhe unexpectedly traveled back to the time when Qin unified the Six Kingdoms, becoming a platoon leader in the Long Wall Legion. Will he turn the tide of events? Or will he compete for supremacy? After years of war, peace is finally restored, but the appearance of the Persians gives them a new conquest objective. The world is not limited to the Central Plains; there is so much land that can be conquered! Within the six gates, within the Emperor's land, crossing the western quicksand, reaching the northern households. To the east lies the Eastern Sea, and to the north lies Da Xia. Under the sun and moon, in boats and carriages, all fulfill their destinies and have no regrets. Acting according to the times is what makes an emperor. Under the heavens, there is no land that is not the king's, and on the outskirts of the land, there are no subjects that are not loyal. Wherever people go, they become subjects! We have been working hard and moving forward. Please grow with this book. We kindly request your attention, collection, and recommendation votes.
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It was inexplicable how I became the son-in-law of the Shen family. Although I was a fake, I was also a "virtuous and noble" good son-in-law. I excelled in poetry and essays... Shamelessness makes one invincible! Of course, being the son-in-law of an old emperor was also a great pressure! As a time traveler with no relatives, I was determined to be a good son-in-law! Book group number:
291.70 Million words | 2021-07-14 02:09Update
There has always been a Titanic complex, being reborn in the body of a fortunate sailor who survived the tragedy of the sinking of the Titanic. After experiencing the disaster, Sutu Nan came to America, feeling lost ahead...
223.02 Million words | 2020-08-26 14:10Update
In turbulent times, can one achieve anything in life? In this noisy century, how can one survive? A legendary tale of a descendant of the Zhu family, a hymn of an era. Join the official group of the Republic of China to compete for power: when the Qing Dynasty lost its deer, the whole world chased after it; thank you for the rain drenching my clothes at night!
157.44 Million words | 2022-03-09 04:08Update
A time-space accident caused the protagonist to travel through, assuming the new identity of Zhao Kuo, who was known for his empty talk on paper for thousands of years. Don't doubt it, this is a fantasy novel, a work of imagination. However, I hope it can bring a different kind of fantasy feeling to everyone. Let's assume for a moment, if you became the hedonistic Zhao Kuo, what would you do? The first thing our protagonist did was to take advantage of Princess Zhao Ni, setting the stage for an exciting story. In the turbulent era of the Warring States, with various heroes rising, how would the new Zhao Kuo, a scion of a noble family, create his magnificent legend? If you have any opinions about the book, feel free to express them in the author's circle. I will be there to respond regularly. Circle address: http://q.k.com/t/.html.
91.30 Million words | 2021-11-08 15:01Update
The Apocalypse tank gallops across the plains of Siberia. The Black Hawk fighter jets wreak havoc in the skies above the island nation. Dark clouds gather in the sky over Washington D.C. Nuclear bombs with long tails glide towards the distance in the southwest. Countless parachute flowers slowly descend over the skies of New York. ... A magnificent group called "A Thousand Ordinary People" is established: VIP Group: (Subscription or fan verification required) Knocking on the Door of the Book Title!!!
545.84 Million words | 2023-03-30 05:10Update
Volume Four Overview: A government official pushed forward a box filled with gold and silver treasures. He said, "Everyone knows that Mr. Xie is favored by the emperor, so I entrust this matter to him..." Xie An replied, "No problem, no problem... Yi Yi, help me out here! Tomorrow, I'll buy you a box of your favorite rouge..." Yi Yi responded, "Mhmm..." Changsun Xiangyu said, "I want my share too! I saw a high-quality necklace yesterday, but unfortunately, I don't have enough money right now..." Liangqiu Wu exclaimed, "Officials of the Great Zhou Dynasty are not allowed to accept bribes! Confiscate it!"
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The homebody geek played CF all night at home and inexplicably found himself on the battlefield of the anti-Japanese war.
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Lin Daxin, the son of Lin Yongsheng, who served as the commander of the Jingyuan ship in the Beiyang Fleet. Can Lin Daxin still watch his father die in the Sino-Japanese War while he himself can freely travel between the Qing Dynasty and the modern era, with physical objects also being able to travel through time? As Lin Daxin continues to transport things from the modern era to the Qing Dynasty, starting from the year, China embarks on a different path as a great power. When the Japanese, Russians, British, French, Germans, and Americans all refer to China as an Eastern power, one invaded by Eastern powers armed with powerful ships and cannons, Lin Daxin laughs cunningly!
417.83 Million words | 2020-09-25 15:19Update
Germany - she either questions the world or beats the world. A modern German fanatic travels back in time to 1937, inhabiting the body of Zhang Jun, a German-Chinese. Under the instigation of the Führer, everyone falls into hysterical frenzy. The once wise, rational, and loyal Germans fail to see the existence of crisis, willingly boarding the thundering war machine of the Führer, marching towards hell without regret. My Führer, what can I do to save you? Honor, sacrifice, valor, loyalty, German soldiers, what can I do to save you? What can I do to save the enigmatic Germany, trapped in both external coldness and internal fervor, filled with arrogance, conceit, fanaticism, bravery, sincerity, rigidity, seriousness, strictness, diligence, and introspection? If you, dear readers, find "My Führer" to be enjoyable, please remember to recommend it to your friends in QQ groups and on Weibo!
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