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Historical Fiction Novels Set in the 1900s: Exploring the Past through Captivating Stories

If you're a history enthusiast with a penchant for immersive storytelling, then historical fiction novels set in the 1900s will undoubtedly capture your imagination. Transporting readers to a bygone era, these books provide a thrilling glimpse into the events, customs, and societal transformations that shaped the twentieth century. From World Wars to the Roaring Twenties, let's dive into some highly recommended historical fiction novels that will take you back to this fascinating time period.

1. "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald:
Step into the glitz and glamour of the Jazz Age with this American classic. Fitzgerald's masterpiece, set in the 1920s, explores the lives of wealthy socialites and the pursuit of the American Dream amidst lavish parties and clandestine affairs. Imbued with themes of love, decadence, and the disillusionment of the era, this novel remains a defining portrait of the Roaring Twenties.

2. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak:
While primarily known as a young adult novel, "The Book Thief" offers a unique perspective on World War II through the eyes of a young girl named Liesel. Set in Germany during the 1930s and 1940s, this poignant story delves into the power of words and literature during times of adversity. Zusak's eloquent writing and unforgettable characters make this narrative a must-read.

3. "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr:
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, Doerr's novel weaves together the lives of a blind French girl and a German orphan boy amidst the backdrop of World War II. Set in the 1940s, the story embraces themes of survival, courage, and the indomitable human spirit. With beautifully lyrical prose, this tale of interconnectedness and the search for light in dark times will captivate readers.

4. "Memoirs of a Geisha" by Arthur Golden:
Step into the mesmerizing world of geishas in 1920s and 1930s Japan through the eyes of a young girl named Chiyo. Golden's novel skillfully explores the intricate rituals, traditions, and societal shifts experienced by geishas during a time of rapid modernization in Japan. This evocative tale of love, betrayal, and resilience is a stunning portrait of a captivating era.

5. "The Alice Network" by Kate Quinn:
Travel between the iconic cities of post-World War I London and war-torn France in this gripping historical fiction. The story follows two women—one a former spy from the First World War and the other an American socialite searching for her missing cousin during World War II. Quinn expertly brings together courage, espionage, and female empowerment in this riveting tale.

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Immerse yourself in these gripping historical fiction novels set in the 1900s and let their rich narratives, vivid characters, and authentic historical details transport you back in time. Get ready to embark on a literary journey that intertwines the past with the present, leaving you both educated and entertained. Happy reading!
The Chronicles of Dayan's War Fiction
The Chronicles of Dayan's War

Li Yuxuan, the invincible warrior, has a devoted wife and a group of loyal brothers, as well as his sister Ai Jiufeng, who rules over the kingdom. He dominates the business world, possessing immense wealth. With his exceptional swordsmanship, he never fails in battle. Laughing in the face of formidable enemies, he destroys them effortlessly. This book combines elements of love, business warfare, military strategy, inspirational success stories, and scientific speculations within an entertaining narrative. It promises to provide readers with both relaxation and enlightenment. If you have any dissatisfaction or suggestions, please join our discussion group to participate in further conversations about the novel.

500.74 Million words | 2023-05-02 21:27Update

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The Legend of Lu Bu: Conquer the World. Fiction
The Legend of Lu Bu: Conquer the World.

Who would've thought that Zhang Lang would time travel simply by getting drunk! After waking up from a massive hangover, Zhang Lang shockingly realized that he had traveled back to the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty and had become none other than Lu Bu! To make matters worse, the allied forces of the warlords had gathered at Hulao Pass, awaiting the epic battle of the Three Heroes against Lu Bu! In this era filled with extraordinary talent, Zhang Lang fought tooth and nail to seize food, money, and territory in order to survive. But to rise and flourish, it was not enough to have wealth, resources, and land; he also needed talented individuals. In order to acquire such talents, Zhang Lang resorted to all sorts of deceit and manipulation. The beauties of the Three Kingdoms were all enchanting, each one like a seductive fairy, exhibiting countless charms. However, capturing these queens was not an easy task! This book contains mild elements of daydreaming, a bit of hot-bloodedness, so stay tuned for "Lu Bu Conquers the Three Kingdoms"!

242.05 Million words | 2020-07-07 13:07Update

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Han Dynasty's decline and fall Fiction
Han Dynasty's decline and fall

Tired of the funny scenes with shaking bodies and people coming from all directions! Why not savor the exquisite and beautiful storytelling? There are passionate dreams of Three Kingdoms heroes, as well as the gallant and courageous style of chivalrous young men! The unpredictable situation at the end of the Han Dynasty, the magnificent warlords' wars; the grandeur of intellect ruling the world! A genuine reflection of people's hardships and suffering. This is what he wants to present, different from the ordinary struggle for dominance!

77.64 Million words | 2022-07-27 02:48Update

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My teacher Feng Fiction
My teacher Feng

TV Drama: Peerless Hero, a fan fiction. Set in the Republic of China era, a refreshing and enjoyable read. Please mind your comments, fellow book lovers. Book lovers' group.

298.33 Million words | 2023-03-23 18:34Update

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Battle Thunder Fiction
Battle Thunder

A new world rises, the strong balance, the weak struggle to survive, floating and sinking in this world, battling amid thunder and lightning. The extraordinary journey of a young soldier...

585.50 Million words | 2021-06-22 19:10Update

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The Boss of the Sui Dynasty Fiction
The Boss of the Sui Dynasty

A businessman, he achieves wealth through inferior goods, power through moderate means, and dominates the world! He is the ultimate boss.

419.32 Million words | 2021-04-15 12:12Update

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Don't treat time travel as a job. Fiction
Don't treat time travel as a job.

Have you ever seen someone use "time travel" as a job? Have you tried to capture a fugitive from the Warring States period at a Metro supermarket? Don't pay for him, or you'll end up broke. Or maybe pay the fine for drunk driving by Li Bai? Remember, never let him drive again. Also, the whole team works overtime and goes on business trips to the Tang Dynasty, chasing after the "number one fugitive in Chang'an," Emperor Tang Xuanzong. Oh, Your Majesty, please don't panic. Our director's name is not An Lushan. By the way, have you seen a missing university student? Doesn't this job sound great? Especially if it comes with the benefits of a

472.69 Million words | 2020-08-24 21:39Update

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The Surplus Son-in-law of the Nation Fiction
The Surplus Son-in-law of the Nation

After sacrificing his life on a mission, a modern secret agent's soul transmigrates to an entirely unfamiliar dynasty, becoming a son-in-law in the mansion of a great general. In his previous life, he had toiled tirelessly without rest. In this new life, all he desires is to enjoy a comfortable existence. However, fate does not comply with his wishes, as he embarks on a legendary journey in this unfamiliar dynasty. Witness how he indulges in the embrace of beautiful women, orchestrates battles in autumn fields, and much

71.96 Million words | 2023-05-30 16:42Update

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Datang Express Company Fiction
Datang Express Company

Courier Fang Tang, with his tricycle and a load of packages, accidentally ended up in the Tang Dynasty. He was instantly dumbfounded. "Lao Gan Ma chili sauce," "trendy men's short-sleeved shirts," "women's underwear." Fang Tang was filled with despair. Others who time-traveled usually brought countless treasures, but why did he end up with women's underwear? What made Fang Tang even more hopeless was what happened next. "I am about to go to war. As my subject, shouldn't you make some contributions?" "You're the emperor, the boss. I will do my best." "Brother, my wife wants a divorce recently. Can you make sure the Civil Affairs Bureau doesn't

501.71 Million words | 2022-04-17 14:18Update

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Glory belongs to Rome. Fiction
Glory belongs to Rome.

The banners fluttered, and swords and shields surged like a tide. A mournful horn resounded as the thunderous sound of marching feet brought back the Roman legions, whose history had been sealed for thousands of years. With the whip in hand, they surveyed the world with a disdainful gaze. Glory belonged to Greece, and honor to Rome! Looking back a thousand years, let us once again appreciate that brilliant era, as dazzling as the East, and dance with those heroes who have vanished into the river of history. This story is purely fictional, please do not make any associations~~ QQ: For those who are able, please help me create a group.

464.64 Million words | 2020-11-08 03:01Update

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Sniper of the Late Qing Dynasty Fiction
Sniper of the Late Qing Dynasty

Li Zhen, the special sniper, returned to late Qing dynasty as the Second Opium War was approaching. With a gun in hand, I dominate the world! With a set of modern special warfare tactics, I am invincible in both offense and defense. With my astonishing marksmanship, I can take down the enemy's leaders from thousands of miles away, making Britain, America, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan all weep in despair. I will pacify the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, eradicate internal strife, promote the industrial revolution, establish a pioneering capitalist system, make the invading imperial powers tremble and leave China, and realize the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. Avenging

221.88 Million words | 2021-03-20 02:35Update

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The Iron Will of Warships: A Man's Journey through Time Fiction
The Iron Will of Warships: A Man's Journey through Time

Big ships and giant cannons are the epitome of romance for men. The ultimate form of devotion for fans of Germany is to become a "Dehei" - the ultimate blackness. In the "Cultivate a Little Mustache" plan, the person who can provide the most assistance to Little Mustache is a "Dehei" rather than a "Defen," because the former understands Germany's flaws and deficiencies the best. Trap England, trap France, trap Japan, trap America, and trap Germany, using the hands of Little Mustache to drain the blood of imperialist countries!

273.92 Million words | 2021-11-14 14:21Update

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The Glorious Era Fiction
The Glorious Era

Glory of the Golden Age, the magnificent empire! The Great Ming Empire, which has ruled the world for hundreds of years, is gradually declining, and unrest is brewing everywhere. Let's witness how Zhang Cheng from the 21st century rides through battles and reshapes the empire's glory with unmatched valor and determination! In this prosperous and everlasting age, the glory of the Middle Kingdom shines brightly. Everything is within the realm of brilliance.

178.74 Million words | 2022-02-02 23:52Update

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Global colonization Fiction
Global colonization

The diehard fan unexpectedly obtained the "Finger of Time" and traveled through time to possess the body of Yang Tingjian, the top scholar in the late Ming Dynasty. With a stomp in the mortuary, he declared, "Anyone who dares to defy me, stand up!" Not a single person dared to breathe... Bandits, the Qing Dynasty, and foreign powers, all succumbed before Yang Tingjian. As long as the sun touches the vast ocean, it belongs to the territorial waters of the Great Ming, which is sacred and inviolable. Challenging the maritime supremacy of the Great Ming is wicked and unforgivable, and the consequences are tragic. Invincible fleets, the empire where the sun never sets, maritime carriage drivers - their fate is a tragic one.

92.83 Million words | 2021-04-09 09:42Update

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The First Family of Tang Fiction
The First Family of Tang

When the act of time travel was implemented on himself, Jia Yi finally realized. The halo of the protagonist is just a joke. Unparalleled martial arts are merely legends, wealth is earned by oneself, and a beautiful wife is probably being raised by some mother-in-law somewhere. This great ideal of living an idle life until death shattered upon discovering that he was nothing more than a humble servant... Li Shimin: Jia Yi, nearly half of the world's silver passes through your hands. What do you think of that? Changsun Wuji: Jia Yi, the princess has taken an interest in you. What do you think of that? Cheng Yaojin: Jia Yi, the Turks are raiding our borders and intending to invade the Tang Dynasty. What do you think of that? Jia Yi: To all you great individuals, I am not Sherlock Holmes, I can only see with my own eyes!

114.61 Million words | 2023-01-02 18:19Update

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The Stormy Tang Dynasty Fiction
The Stormy Tang Dynasty

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

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Unparalleled Prince of the Great Tang Dynasty. Fiction
Unparalleled Prince of the Great Tang Dynasty.

Li Jian traveled through the Tang Dynasty and became the son of Li Shimin. At the beginning, he cut off all ties with Li Shimin. "Ding! Congratulations, host, for activating the War System." Li Jian: ??? With the system in hand, I have dominion over the world. This world is ultimately within my grasp!

250.15 Million words | 2022-04-16 18:48Update

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Tang Dynasty Detective Fiction
Tang Dynasty Detective

A reincarnated criminal investigation expert in the Tang Dynasty, using his intelligence to solve a series of brutal crimes. Originally planning to live a peaceful life with his lovely young wife, he becomes entangled in a web of conspiracies. In an instant, the court and martial world are filled with hidden currents, as storms approach the Great Tang Empire. Witness how Li Canghai, with his meticulous mind and brilliant deduction skills, unravels one bizarre and incredulous case after another.

302.00 Million words | 2021-10-18 14:26Update

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Empire of Excellence Fiction
Empire of Excellence

From an uncle crossing over to become a young man, he looks so thrilled. In the blink of an eye, he buys a soaring monkey. This is a history novel that is not too serious but still serious. Interested friends can join the book club to discuss and exchange ideas together.

138.93 Million words | 2022-08-07 12:32Update

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Spy on the Fly Fiction
Spy on the Fly

New name, new identity, a new path of espionage. Even if it's difficult, I will soar to the highest!

193.96 Million words | 2021-01-30 13:16Update

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