If you are a fan of medieval historical fiction, you are in for a treat! In this article, we will explore some of the best series in this genre that will transport you back to captivating medieval times. From epic tales of knights and kings to intricate political dramas, these series offer a rich tapestry of stories set in the Middle Ages. 1. "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett: This highly acclaimed series follows the construction of a cathedral in the fictional town of Kingsbridge. Filled with political intrigue, power struggles, and forbidden love, Follett's masterpiece spans several generations, providing a deep exploration of medieval life. 2. "The Saxon Stories" by Bernard Cornwell: Set in the 9th century, this series follows the adventures of Uhtred of Bebbanburg, a Saxon nobleman captured and raised by Vikings. With battles, treachery, and complex characters, Cornwell brings the Viking invasion of England vividly to life. 3. "The Accursed Kings" by Maurice Druon: This French historical series, upon which George R.R. Martin drew inspiration for his "A Song of Ice and Fire" series, provides a ruthless depiction of power struggles and political machinations during the 14th century. With its gripping narrative and engaging characters, this series is a must-read for fans of medieval intrigue. 4. "The Outlaw Chronicles" by Angus Donald: Follow the legendary figure of Robin Hood and his band of outlaws in this thrilling series. With a fresh and gritty take on the Robin Hood legend, Donald delves into the complexities of medieval society, blending historical accuracy with fast-paced adventure. 5. "The Brothers of Gwynedd" by Edith Pargeter: Set in 13th-century Wales, this series tells the story of Llewelyn the Great and his fight for Welsh independence. Pargeter, writing under the pseudonym Ellis Peters, weaves together fictional elements with real historical events to create a captivating narrative that will transport you to the heart of medieval Wales. If you're eager to dive further into the realm of medieval historical fiction, there are several websites that offer comprehensive lists and recommendations of books in this genre. Websites like Goodreads, HistoricalNovels.info, and Medievalists.net provide valuable suggestions, reader reviews, and author interviews that can guide you to your next captivating read. Immerse yourself in the chivalry, political turmoil, and cultural tapestry of the medieval period with these gripping historical fiction series. Whether you prefer tales of knights, sagas of political intrigue, or adventures in the age of Vikings, there is something for everyone in the vast world of medieval historical fiction.
Emperor Li Shimin: "Niu Dabao, how is the preparation of my mechanized army going?" Niu Dabao: "Your Majesty, please take a look at the Shifeng three-wheeler prepared by me. It has a 360-degree panoramic skylight in the driver's cab, which allows soldiers to spot enemies around them in the shortest time! It has a mid-mounted engine, rear-wheel drive, reinforced rear axle, and can carry a load of 2.
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The Complete Biography of Ji Gong [Qing Dynasty] by Guo Xiaoting.
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"Uncle Bao, join me, the king, and I promise you won't end up like Zhao Zilong, just a bodyguard. I will give you a world to showcase yourself!" "Yao Jin, join me, the king, how about that? Even if you only know three axes, I will make you famous!" "Pharmacist, I have the Taigong Military Strategy, the Wumu Heritage Book, and the military tactics of some western powers. Don't worry, you will see all of these if you join me!" "Mingyue, rest assured, your big brother Yang Can will come back to marry you!" "Wugou, your brother Yang Can doesn't have much money to buy clothes. Just wear whatever is available!" Different heroes with the same iron-bloodedness and tenderness. Please savor - "The Great Sui Dynasty"!!!
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I came to the Southern Song Dynasty and became the de facto ruler of a fallen nation, Emperor Song Duzong. There was only one path for me, to lead the Southern Song Dynasty back to the pinnacle of the world. Facing external challenges, I waged a great war against the mighty Mongolian cavalry in history. In the martial world, dangers lurked at every turn. Internally, I engaged in a battle of wits with Jia Sidao, one of the four treacherous ministers of the Southern Song Dynasty. In the realm of love, it was a mysterious and difficult journey. If readers enjoy "The Legend of the Emperor in a Time Travel," please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ
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The Eastern Jin court was complacent, and the gentry pursued intellectual discussions. The officialdom was plagued with factionalism and corruption. The protagonist became an orphan due to the ravages of war, but through numerous adventures, he was fortunate to receive the guidance of a mysterious master. Little did he know that he would be drawn into a great whirlpool. Fortunately, he met many like-minded individuals who helped him navigate through crucial moments. The protagonist experienced numerous ups and downs in life, witnessing the coldness of the world and the deceitful nature of human beings. Through these trials, he gradually matured and grew. Eventually, he saw through the decay and hypocrisy of the Jin court, and returned to the northern lands to assist the Fu clan in pacifying various tribes. He also strived to reform the internal affairs, ultimately establishing a powerful
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Xu Ning was originally a history teacher in the countryside, but unfortunately, he fell off a cliff and ended up in the underworld. The King of the Underworld wants him to travel through various historical periods with the "Book of Transmigration" to change the wheel of fate. What if I make Xiang Yu the emperor? Whoever dares to stop me, whoever stands in my way, I'll dig up their ancestors' graves. You say Liu Bei is cunning, well, I want Liu Bei to unite the three kingdoms, so what? What! Song Jiang is too weak and unwilling to become emperor? Fine, I'll help him out! What's going on? How did I end up in Journey to the West? This plot doesn't make sense! Lord of the Underworld, what's happening? How did I turn
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- 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
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As a man with a system that possesses the secrets of the heroes, I crossed over to the magnificent world of the Three Kingdoms and embarked on a wild and extraordinary life. Huang Zhong, how's your marksmanship? I have the Sun and Moon Twin Bow! Lu Bu, how's your martial arts? I have the Dance of Gods and Ghosts! Zhou Yu, how's your military command? I have the Formation of Heaven and Earth, boosting offense, defense, and speed! And there's that boy named Ah Man, who's more beautiful than his wife when compared to me? If you, my dear readers, find "The Heroes of the Three Kingdoms" impressive, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and on Weibo!
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What would the world become if humans lost their dreams? This is a story about dreams! This is a story that revolves around dreams, gradually reaching the pinnacle of the world! Indulging in the art of dreaming, one becomes invincible!
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Tech-savvy guy Zhang Ye, who was supposed to be ordinary, suddenly stood out in the land of the southern barbarians during the Three Kingdoms period, thus leading a different life...Gone are the days of Lv Bu, Zhao Yun, Dian Wei, Guan Yu, Ma Chao, and Zhang Fei! Watch me, the Sword Saint, Old Bull, Prophet, and Little Crooked, dominate the world of the Three Kingdoms... (QQ group: Warcraft fans and Three Kingdoms enthusiasts are welcome to join!)
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Those who are humble dare not forget their country's worries. Even when the mountains and rivers are lost, the nation is destroyed, even the lowliest of citizens will do their part, seeking revenge and justice! A group of lions led by a sheep is no match for a group of sheep led by a lion. Transplanted into a war-torn era, Ren Ziqiang, accompanied by a group of beggars, uses every means possible against the invading enemy, leaving them terrified and defeated!
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An innocent young boy, equipped with a literary system, transmigrates to the era of Wu De in the Tang Dynasty. Li Shimin is still the Qin King, and Wei Zheng is still a cunning member of the Crown Prince Party. Li Bai, Du Fu, and others have not yet been born, and the Four Great Talents of Early Tang have not yet emerged. With the system in hand, watch me
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Crossing over as a village girl, who said all I could do was farm? Ning Su had never thought she would have the destiny of becoming an empress. Carelessly, she ended up in the harem. How to deal with a cruel and ruthless tyrant? She had her own ways to turn him from steel to tender. The harem is filled with strange creatures; defeating them and leveling up, Ning Su never expected to climb to the top unintentionally. Who said the harem cannot involve politics? Look at how your country turned out when it lacked an empress. From a small village girl to an esteemed empress, that was not achieved overnight!
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Translating the text into English: Transmigrated into the body of Lu Bu in a game, originally supposed to be mighty and unparalleled. Unfortunately, his notorious reputation made it impossible for anyone to shelter him. In this situation, what path should he take? Xu Province has fallen under the control of Cao Cao, with Yuan Shao and Cao Cao to the north, Yuan Shu, Sun Ce, and Liu Biao to the south. It can be said that he was born in the wrong era. Let's see where the protagonist will go. Join the discussion group for this book: [group link]. Welcome to join. (This book is serialized on the Zongheng platform, feel free to collect and support it.)
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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
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She, the chief hypnotist of the 21st century, was immensely talented and extraordinary. After crossing over, she was chosen by the present Nine Prince to become his concubine, causing an unprecedented sensation in the imperial capital. He, the Nine Prince of the Shenglian Dynasty, was reclusive and mysterious, disdaining women. People doubted if he had some hidden illness. He toyed with the world as he pleased. [First Encounter and Teasing] "Woman, I command you to come over..." "Go to hell." She lifted her foot, kicked him, and executed the movement flawlessly. The demonic prince dodged her kick, and casually caught her leg in mid-air. The corner of his exquisite eyes lifted in a provocative manner, as he lazily assessed the strange posture of the woman. The arc of his curved lips grew increasingly sinister and alluring. Upon witnessing this, the woman's tone became furious! "Feng Xie, I will
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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.
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Time Travel Strategist: From Accountant to Royal Aristocrat's Comeback! PS: New book "The Mightiest Martial Emperor" has been uploaded. Welcome everyone to watch!
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In the year, the vast Yadong Empire was still in turmoil, and the throne of power under the Huanglong Banner was on the verge of collapse. In this year, the Xuantong era was proclaimed, and the Prince Regent assumed power. In this year, the Royal Guards were established, marking the beginning of the most elite army in late Qing China, and the thunderous rain of bullets from the Maxims machine guns astonished the nation. In this year, the Chinese territory was still adorned with autumn leaves and sea holly, as the cavalry from Koulun to Tannu Uriankhai acted as an impenetrable barrier against the expansionist ambitions of Tsarist Russia. In this year, the Qing Dynasty remained the largest country in Asia... But at the same time, in this year, Sun Dapao was still fundraising in San Francisco, Yuan Gongbao was still fishing in Huanshang Village, and Emperor Xuantong had not yet been weaned off. Yet, a rising star with modern ambitions had already stirred up the late Qing political landscape, deploying schemes and conspiracies, aiming to rise rapidly or seize great power? Ye Kai, Aisin-Gioro Liangbi, casually manicured his nails and chuckled silently, "In my opinion... it's still better to hold things in the palm of your hand." (Light Yaoi, Soft Alternate History, Political Intrigue)
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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.
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