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!
He is a passionate young man with the same dream as most boys - the dream of joining the military. It is his dedication that has earned him a sacred honor - the Chinese Armed Police. Through a chance encounter, he has the opportunity to further his training in a more powerful force - the Snow Leopard Commando. They are invincible warriors. No one has seen their true faces, and their appearance signifies death. They are the ones feared even by the most ruthless. How was such a terrifying force trained? What have they experienced that has nearly stripped them of their humanity? This is a novel that chronicles the growth of contemporary special forces soldiers. Decrypting the most brutal and terrifying invincible warriors in history! The Cold
221.84 Million words | 2023-01-29 13:17Update
In this life, what I had longed for in my previous life was finally within my grasp. However, it is not easy to protect everything that I have gained. I traveled through time to a world completely different from history, only to be astonished by the fact that it was the world from a novel I had read before. For the sake of my family and my homeland, I witnessed how an ordinary individual can overturn the heavens and the earth.
281.22 Million words | 2023-01-29 12:54Update
Internet writer Liu Hong crossed over to the Han Dynasty and became the Emperor Han Lingdi with the same name. Having suffered oppression in his past life, he swore to live only for himself in this life and become a happy but incompetent ruler. Becoming a ruler like Lingdi, who was unrivaled, was not easy for Liu Hong. Anything Lingdi had done, Liu Hong wanted to do as well; anything Lingdi had not done, Liu Hong also wanted to do. He brought all the famous beauties such as He Meiren, Wang Meiren, Cai Yan, Diaochan, Xiaoqiao, and Zhen Fu into his harem. In order to enrich his harem, he even competed with the world, building not one, but two
137.68 Million words | 2023-01-26 23:41Update
Winner of the Lu Xun Literature Prize; reflecting on history, it describes the ways of officials; most efficient officials are often ruthless, but Chen Tingjing is a compassionate official; most competent officials are often mediocre, but Chen Tingjing is a competent official who is astute and capable; many capable officials are often specialized, but Chen Tingjing is a capable official who follows the path of benevolence. The author creates the image of Chen Tingjing as an upright, compassionate, capable, and resolute official based on historical materials. The story is both lively and profound, offering enlightenment and cautionary tales for contemporary readers.
202.86 Million words | 2023-01-25 22:29Update
Jiang Xiang, a man who dwells in the rivers and lakes, boasting the talent of a prime minister. Yes, I admit that I am a fraud, but I am a fraud with genuine knowledge and abilities. If they don't let me hold an official position? I can still engage in romantic affairs. If they don't let me get married? I can still make money through business. Damn it, they won't even let me make money? Well then, sorry, but
336.55 Million words | 2023-01-25 13:45Update
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
A fusion of wisdom from a future Chinese tech nerd's soul and the stereotypical character of a German nobleman, combined through mysterious powers to traverse time and space, is about to unfold an unimaginable reaction within the body of a minor noble in the Holy Roman Empire. Witness the journey of the Chinese tech nerd's soul as it immerses itself in the medieval era, utilizing its intellect and noble lineage to carve a path towards glory amidst the darkness and chaos. He is the master to whom knights pledge their unwavering loyalty, the captain whom German mercenaries faithfully follow, the darling of noble women, the aristocrat of aristocrats. With mounted spears and lances, longbows and crossbows, longswords and battle axes, allow him to guide you into the medieval realm.
425.70 Million words | 2023-01-21 03:25Update
We just made a small change, and the world changed completely...
437.25 Million words | 2023-01-14 16:11Update
Zhang Xiang, an ordinary unemployed young man, crossed over to the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty and unexpectedly became the younger brother of Zhang Fei. Liu Bei, that big-eared bandit, can forget about realizing his dream; there
309.37 Million words | 2023-01-13 02:10Update
- He was originally a harmonious soldier in the future naval expeditionary forces but inexplicably became Liu Cong, who was disregarded and bullied in the late Eastern Han Dynasty. - Facing tens of thousands of troops led by Cao Cao on the outside and internal challenges from Liu Bei who sought to replace Liu Biao, the usurpation of power by Cai Mao and Zhang Yun, as well as Sun Quan's covetousness from the east of the Yangtze River. - Gathering the wisdom of Zhuge Liang, battling against Cao Cao. Let's witness Liu Cong's battles of wits and bravery with various warlords, rising
107.54 Million words | 2023-01-13 00:59Update
I intended my heart for the bright moon, but alas, the moonlight falls on the ditch. Those who know me call my heart troubled, while those who don't know me wonder what I seek. In the era of Chongzhen, I drifted aimlessly, forced to fight back in chaotic times. Now, let's witness the survival journey of modern man Zheng Xunrui as he travels through the end of the Ming dynasty.
437.28 Million words | 2023-01-11 23:27Update
With a Soviet military base, he traveled back to the Austro-Hungarian Empire before World War I and became the second son of Archduke Ferdinand. Completed novels: Reborn as a Grand Duke in Great Britain, Reborn as an American-European Aristocrat, Reborn in the Russian Empire, Reborn in a Small European Country (ongoing). Group: [information not provided]
319.30 Million words | 2023-01-11 11:44Update
Zhang Bao, a homebody, time-travels with his farm and becomes Zhang Fei's son, Zhang Bao. Witness how he utilizes the advantages of his farm to create an elite special forces team and achieve miracles in the Three Kingdoms with modern thinking. However, shortly after Zhang Bao's promotion to a military general, the farm undergoes a series of transformations, and a fantasy version of the Three Kingdoms unfolds. What path will history take? Join our book club at 456320419 and enjoy the fun with fellow readers!
310.12 Million words | 2023-01-10 15:26Update
From the first-person perspective, I present the most authentic Warring States period. It was an era of civilization, with prosperous trade, thriving culture, and the collision of technology and ideology. It was a savage era, with various warlords rising and frequent conflicts, betrayal and slaughter prevailing. It was a paradise for the strong but a hell for the weak. The strong couldn't rely on their strength alone, as they could crumble in an instant. The weak didn't need to feel despair, as they had the potential to conquer the world in the end. A modern Chinese student arrives in the Warring States period of Japan, what kind of path will they carve out? ... ...
72.92 Million words | 2023-01-10 14:07Update
"The internet version of 'Sui Chaos' is originally titled 'Home' and has won the award for outstanding original internet literature. Currently, all six volumes have been published. 'Sui Chaos' is the published version, slightly different from the internet version 'Home'. Friends are welcome to choose their preferred way to read. Join the Drunkard QQ Fan Group to discuss the plot together."
40.84 Million words | 2023-01-07 13:11Update
Guo Yu, who was frustrated with his life, accidentally obtained the divine artifact, the Heavenly Pearl, and gained the ability to travel to the Republic of China era. He brought about a different Republic of China in that time and space. However, Guo Yu's ideals were simply to make money, pursue women, and earn merit, living his own blissful life. "No matter who you are, as long as you dare to disturb my happy life, I'll beat the hell out of you." Under Guo Yu's reckless antics, history became completely unrecognizable.
421.34 Million words | 2023-01-06 15:24Update
Zhang Han, a pitiful college student, unexpectedly traveled back in time to the Qing Dynasty, only to be exiled to the land of Japan, where he becomes a slave and makes the Japanese Queen fall in love with him. With his amazing popping street dance moves, he astounds the world. Later, he forms a special forces unit to bring peace to the martial arts world. In an unexpected turn of events, he marries a princess as a eunuch. But eventually, he accidentally returns to the modern world, bringing along his harem. It's going to be a lot of fun! Liu Xiuya says, "I will always be by your side." Wanfei says, "Bring that dead eunuch to me, I want to marry you." Zhang Han Yue says, "Wherever you both are, it is heaven."
481.38 Million words | 2023-01-06 13:46Update
A story about a otaku who travels back to the World War II era with incredible superpowers. In short, it's a story filled with dazzling imagery of highly intensified copper-hardened domain wall resonance to prevent vortex losses and resonance losses, electron pulse bands of light-emitting diodes and photosensitive transistors scattered by pulse-scattered semiconductor wafers, particle-illuminating semiconductor hardening and light-sensitive sensor light source hardening, as well as electromagnetic wave resistance with iron sulfate hardening, and explosion-proof dog eyes with gold-filled copper nitrate hardening. Ah~~~ my eyes! (covers eyes) ... There's a reader group created by readers: , where you can chat, have fun, and give suggestions.
413.95 Million words | 2023-01-05 16:24Update
Others are working hard to increase their attributes, but Yang Xu is struggling to decrease them. Cao Cao: Join me, and I will appoint you as the Grand General. Yang Xu: Not interested. (Being the Grand General would increase command value) Sun Jian: Join me, and I will reward you with gold, silver, jewels, and powerful weapons. Yang Xu: Not interested. (Powerful weapons would increase strength value) Liu Bei: Join me! Let's together restore the Han Dynasty. Yang Xu: Not interested. I want to work alone... Reader QQ Group: [No translation provided]
52.53 Million words | 2023-01-03 12:00Update
With the sword of the Han Empire, seize the land for the Han Empire! Wei Qing, starting as a foot soldier, experiencing bitter battles, tempered in the fire, finally becomes a legendary general! He confronts powerful enemies and hidden conspiracies, traversing vast distances, employing countless strategies, unstoppable in his path! How can a valiant warrior not defend the four corners? Wei Qing, the empire's top general, safeguards the empire's borders! (Friends, please show your support, whether it's with flowers, votes, bookmarks, or subscriptions! Even a simple comment would be appreciated. Thank you.)
69.11 Million words | 2023-01-03 06:57Update
The warriors of the Second German Empire struggle with all their might in the long trenches, the once invincible High Seas Fleet is trapped and decaying in Wilhelmshaven, while the American Empire bares its sharp fangs, ready to pounce on the weary Old Continent. The impending humiliation and eternal downfall seem to be descending upon the land of Prussia. But Colonel Hermann, possessed by a soul from the future East, remains confident: "Now is the time to conceive the Third Reich, and this time it shall exist for a thousand years!"
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