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Best Historical Fiction Graphic Novels: Dive into the Past Through Illustrated Stories

If you have a keen interest in history and are captivated by the visual power of graphic novels, then historical fiction graphic novels are the perfect blend for you. These engaging works of art bring historical events to life with stunning illustrations and compelling narratives. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a casual reader, these recommended historical fiction graphic novels are guaranteed to transport you to different eras and ignite your imagination.

1. "Maus" by Art Spiegelman: A groundbreaking masterpiece, "Maus" is a haunting portrayal of the Holocaust. The book tells the story of Art Spiegelman's father, a survivor of Auschwitz, through anthropomorphic animals. This ingenious choice of illustration serves to emphasize the dehumanizing impact of the Holocaust and won the Pulitzer Prize in 1992.

2. "Persepolis" by Marjane Satrapi: Set against the backdrop of the Iranian Revolution, "Persepolis" is a captivating memoir that follows Marjane Satrapi's coming-of-age journey in Iran. With a mix of humor and heart-wrenching moments, this graphic novel provides a unique perspective on the complexities of living in a politically turbulent society.

3. "March" by John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, and Nate Powell: A powerful trilogy, "March" details the life of Congressman John Lewis and his experiences as a key figure in the American Civil Rights Movement. Through compelling visuals and gripping storytelling, this graphic novel series educates and inspires readers about the fight for racial equality in the United States.

4. "The Harlem Hellfighters" by Max Brooks and Canaan White: Based on the true story of the 369th Infantry Regiment, an African American unit during World War I, "The Harlem Hellfighters" sheds light on the discrimination faced by these soldiers both on and off the battlefield. This visually stunning graphic novel brings attention to the often-overlooked contributions of African American soldiers in WWI.

5. "Palestine" by Joe Sacco: Through immersive journalism, "Palestine" offers a firsthand account of Joe Sacco's experiences in the Palestinian territories during the early 1990s. Sacco's detailed illustrations and extensive interviews provide readers with a deep understanding of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict from a personal perspective.

When looking for the best historical fiction graphic novels, several websites cater to enthusiasts in this genre. Websites such as Goodreads, Comic Book Resources, and Book Riot provide comprehensive lists and reviews of historical fiction graphic novels. These platforms offer readers valuable insights and recommendations for their next historical fiction graphic novel adventure.

In conclusion, historical fiction graphic novels offer a powerful combination of history and visual storytelling. Recounting notable events and individuals from various time periods, these graphic novels immerse readers in captivating narratives. Whether you're interested in World War II, civil rights movements, or personal memoirs, there is a historical fiction graphic novel out there that is waiting to transport you back in time. So, grab a cup of tea, find a cozy spot, and let these illustrated tales whisk you away on an unforgettable historical journey.
Fu Minglu Fiction
Fu Minglu

A skilled martial artist travels through the palace as a eunuch during the end of the Ming Dynasty. With only two months until Li Zicheng's conquest of the capital, the city stands on the brink of collapse, with devastation and misery rampant. Amidst the infighting of warlords across the land, how will he navigate the turbulent waves, raise the flag in resistance against the Qing, and prevent the Ten Days of Yangzhou and the Massacres of Jiading? Organizing a fearless team of eunuchs, he fiercely protects the young prince, launching attacks against the enemies from within and without, though lacking any supernatural abilities and merely being a humble eunuch. Yet, I will raise the Dragon Flag of the great Ming Dynasty.

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The Grand Wei Glory Fiction
The Grand Wei Glory

In the late period of the Three Kingdoms, hidden clouds loomed under the unified dawn. The power of Cao Wei was being gradually sidelined, and everyone could guess the ambitions of the Sima clan, but who could guess the trends of the world?

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Dance of the Battle Soul Fiction
Dance of the Battle Soul

The Eastern Han Empire is plagued with crises on its borders! Crisis in the Northeast! Crisis in North China! Crisis in the Northwest! Crisis in the Southwest! Rebellion in the Central Plains is rampant! Who will save this empire in crisis? He is a descendant of a famous general from the Western Han, yet he serves the nation in the Eastern Han army. He has accomplished numerous extraordinary feats, yet has been suspected multiple times. However, no matter the hardships and difficulties, he will grow in adversity. With his battle spirit, a god of war shall emerge!

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Struggle for Supremacy Fiction
Struggle for Supremacy

Since more than two thousand years ago, after the unification of China by Qin Shihuang, the country has experienced cycles of division and reunification, peace and chaos. Through many dynasties, it was not until six hundred years ago that the Mongols rose to power from the north. The Mongols relied on their formidable military strength to invade China, using their steel swords to conquer the people, plunder the nation's wealth, and enslave the labor force. They indiscriminately slaughtered and indulged in greed, acting lawlessly. This regime built upon violence and slavery is like a thatched hut constructed on volcanic rock. Eventually, the scorching lava will erupt and devour everything. In the early fourteenth century, as history's pages continued

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Mischievous Chaos of the Three Kingdoms Fiction
Mischievous Chaos of the Three Kingdoms

Surname Zhang, given name Han, courtesy name Bingliang; slapping the Han palace beam with a palm; the Yellow Turbans were originally street performers; I formed an oath brotherhood with Xuan De in a hurry. Meng De here, a friend in need; assisting Jiangdong, making a famous name; establishing a grand hall with three parts of the world; raising nobility and becoming a powerful minister. Seven expeditions in the Central Plains, creating waves; the Three Kingdoms will eventually perish; spending a lifetime lying by the bedside; the hearts of the people hold the world. *************************************************************************** Twisting and pulling + imagination + mischievousness + the truth of history = what you see. Compared to official history, this is an uncensored story! Do you really think that knowing a little history can go back in time and change everything? In fact, the people of that era would tell you that what's written in books is all fake! 【If you love me, please click on me. If you don't love me, please click on me to die. - Nan Nan】

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Phoenix's Song Lasts for Ages Fiction
Phoenix's Song Lasts for Ages

"The Phoenix's Song Through the Ages" is published by New Moon Publishing in Taiwan, and it is also available for purchase at the Taobao Orange Novel Bookstore under the new title "Thief Star Noble Wife". This is a shameless love story between Ji Qianqiu, a contemporary outstanding female thief, and Han Ziji, the Emperor of Da Jin. Ji Qianqiu is a righteous and courageous thief who stands up for justice, while Han Ziji is an ambitious emperor who desires to rule the world. Despite being two completely different individuals, one from the underworld and the other from the heavens, they unexpectedly encounter the meddling of the Matchmaker, resulting in the entanglement of their fates. The small-time

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Dream of Tosa Fiction
Dream of Tosa

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? ... ...

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Ming Wolf Fiction
Ming Wolf

Qi Jing, who was originally supposed to participate in the selection for the Special Forces, unexpectedly got assigned to protect an archaeological team in the Inner Mongolian desert. Unlucky for him, a sudden storm in the desert transported Qi Jing back to the Ming Dynasty over seven hundred years ago. Inadvertently, he became a significant figure among the Yan bandits. He befriended Dao Yan, took Zhu Gaoxu as his disciple, acknowledged Zhu Di as his adoptive father, founded the Six Fan Gate, and established the largest information trading company in the country - Chao Yang Tang. He established a continuous production line for military weapons, married a beautiful and wealthy woman of the Ming dynasty, and

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Wei Dynasty Rises, Shu Prevails in the Three Kingdoms Fiction
Wei Dynasty Rises, Shu Prevails in the Three Kingdoms

Based on the Three Kingdoms' heroes, the imagination of coffee is unleashed. Thus, a humble warrior unexpectedly travels back in time to the household of Dian Wei during the late Han Dynasty, beginning his career of conquest. Playing with tactics, recruiting powerful allies, mocking the northern tribes, suppressing the Yellow Turbans, and taking control of the Sichuan and Shu regions. With his dominant posture, he establishes a base in Sichuan, continuously expanding his influence, and eventually replaces the triumphant Cao Wei of the Three Kingdoms era, achieving the dominance of Shu Han. This is a world where cheating is even more prevalent than cheating, deviating from history but still showing some regard for it. It is a world with endless possibilities, allowing you to witness the

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Rural Girl's Struggle: Step by Step to Success Fiction
Rural Girl's Struggle: Step by Step to Success

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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Super Prince Consort Fiction
Super Prince Consort

After time-traveling, mastering the world, marrying two princesses, and forcing the enemy's queen to submit, I proudly showcase my prowess in the land of China! With my own strength, I eradicate the Lotus Sect, annihilate the Liao Empire, and unite the country! Witness Xiao Mo's unparalleled dominance as he becomes an unprecedented super-intelligent prince consort! ...

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Battleground Career Fiction
Battleground Career

A ordinary peasant family, after being ravaged by the Japanese invaders, adopts a surviving orphan and forms a militia to resist the Japanese. With outstanding achievements and exceptional abilities, they catch the attention of the Nationalist and Communist forces. Faced with a dilemma, they temporarily refuse and resolve to train harder and pursue personal heroic feats. Against the backdrop of a growing movement, they come to realize the importance of teamwork and eventually join the Communist Party to fight against the Japanese together. After the war, they return alone to

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The Chronicle of Emperor Qin Fiction
The Chronicle of Emperor Qin

Emperor Qin sweeps the six realms, his tiger eyes gleaming with dominance! Brandishing his sword, he dispels the fleeting clouds, and all vassals come from the west. With keen judgment bestowed by heaven, he leads his great talents... To be reincarnated as anyone would be fine, but why did I have to be reincarnated as the miserable Qin bastard? Who is this Qin bastard, you ask? He is none other than the father of Emperor Qin Shi Huang! I don't want to pick up the pieces left by Lü Buwei, I don't want to be

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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!

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Spartacus Fiction
Spartacus

"Spartacus" is an outstanding historical novel by the famous Italian writer Raffaello Giovagnoli in the 19th century. It tells the story of a grand gladiator uprising that took place in ancient Rome. Led by Spartacus, the gladiators rose up against the tyranny of the Romans in order to fight for freedom and dignity. They bravely fought against their powerful enemies, repeatedly achieving surprising victories and inflicting heavy casualties on the Roman army. However, the gladiator army was eventually surrounded and annihilated by the formidable enemy forces, with Spartacus fighting until his last breath. The novel truthfully recreates the struggle for freedom and liberation fought by the oppressed two thousand years ago, and immortalizes the iconic figure of the uprising leader, Spartacus."

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The moon is hazy, the birds are hazy. Fiction
The moon is hazy, the birds are hazy.

The moon is hazy, the birds are hazy, Fireflies illuminate the night sky, Mountains are hazy, trees are hazy, Autumn insects buzz softly, Birds tire, the moon is full. It seems like a gentle whisper, Yet it evokes a sense of tenderness; Even the resolute heart eventually becomes soft... Since she met the spirited little girl Wei Chu, Ling Shan unconsciously stepped into Wei Pengfei's family, As time passed, they gradually and deeply attracted each other, But they were continuously obstructed by the innocent girl Chu Chu. By chance, Ling Shan discovered a book called "Miscellaneous Chronicles of Love and Tung Trees," Uncovering a hidden secret in Pengfei's heart...

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Rebirth: Subverting the Great Song Dynasty Fiction
Rebirth: Subverting the Great Song Dynasty

I crossed over and became the crown prince, but sadly, I became the crown prince of a fallen country... When the shame of the Jingkang Incident arrived, the prince had to flee Kaifeng. The Jurchens pursued him, and Prince Kang, Zhao Gou, also chased after him. Eventually, he was forced to escape to the northwest, where the powerful minister Zhe Keqiu still held influence... After defeating Zhe Keqiu, he finally took control of the court, gradually developing military strength and economic prosperity. First, he occupied Guanshan and ChuanShu, then he descended south to overthrow Prince Kang, and finally he marched north to defeat the Jin Dynasty... Friends who pass by, please click and take a look. I guarantee it will be thrilling and not disappoint you. In the era of the Northern and Southern Song Dynasties, your favorite heroic figures like Yue Fei, Han Shizhong, and Wang Chongyang are all included, along with a variety of colorful side characters. If you desire the rivers and lakes, they are here. If you seek extraordinary martial arts skills, they exist. Naturally, there are also peerless beauties. Come and take a look, please, (*^__^*)...

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Colonization Overseas in the Three Kingdoms Fiction
Colonization Overseas in the Three Kingdoms

New book "Conquest and Colonization" seeks investors. Guaranteed profit upon seeing the freshness of this book. Seeking votes, collections, and reviews for the new book. All forms of support are greatly appreciated. Thank you! Book lovers' group.

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The First-Class Prime Minister Fiction
The First-Class Prime Minister

Kings from various countries arrived at the imperial banquet, engaging in a battle of wits. In their hearts, they coveted the prosperity of the capital, Bianliang, and all harbored intentions to bully the weakened Great Song. After three rounds of wine, they all took turns to taunt the Emperor of Great Song: "Our country has a mighty cavalry, a million elite soldiers!" "I have Chen Siwei!" "Our country has a thousand renowned generals, capable of breaking the enemy's formation with a wave of the whip!" "I have Chen Siwei!" "Our country possesses mountains of silver and rivers of grains!" "I have Chen Siwei!"

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Tang Dynasty Blade Level 999 Fiction
Tang Dynasty Blade Level 999

Network writer Qin Chuan, carrying a knife-level system, arrived in the Tang Dynasty. Then, to his surprise, he found out that this Tang Dynasty seemed to be not so serious! (Already has two million premium books, "The Number One Wastrel in the Tang Dynasty," with no records of interrupted updates, guaranteed to be a "pit" of good quality, feel free to dive in. Note: This book is semi-fictional, not based on historical facts, please refrain from entering if you are a stickler for accuracy.)

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