Historical fiction books are a popular genre in literature that combines fictional stories with real historical events, settings, and characters. These books transport readers back in time, allowing them to experience a different era and gain a deeper understanding of historical events. If you are interested in exploring the world of historical fiction, here are some recommended books, authors, and websites to get you started. 1. "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett: This epic novel takes place in 12th-century England and provides a captivating tale of love, ambition, and the construction of a magnificent cathedral. 2. "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell: Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War and Reconstruction era, this timeless classic follows the life of Scarlett O'Hara and her struggles during a tumultuous time in history. 3. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: This powerful novel is set in Nazi Germany and narrated by Death, portraying the story of a young girl named Liesel Meminger, who steals books to save them from destruction. 4. "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel: The first book in the Thomas Cromwell trilogy, this historical fiction masterpiece explores the rise of Thomas Cromwell in the court of King Henry VIII, offering a fresh perspective on the tumultuous Tudor period. 5. "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr: This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel intertwines the lives of a blind French girl and a German soldier during World War II, showcasing the power of human connection amidst the chaos of war. Some notable authors in the historical fiction genre include Philippa Gregory, Bernard Cornwell, Diana Gabaldon, and Ken Follett, among others. Their extensive works span various historical periods, ensuring there is something for every reader's preference. To further delve into the world of historical fiction, you can explore websites like Goodreads (www.goodreads.com) and Historical Novel Society (www.historicalnovelsociety.org). These platforms provide lists, reviews, and recommendations from both readers and experts, helping you discover new books and authors based on your interests. In conclusion, historical fiction books offer a blend of imagination and history, immersing readers in fascinating worlds and shedding light on past events. Whether you are intrigued by ancient civilizations, medieval times, or recent historical periods, there is a vast selection of books waiting to be explored in the genre of historical fiction. Happy reading!
When a modern person goes back to the early years of the Tang Dynasty, he would engage in farming, raising horses, and
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Ye Yuan, a college student majoring in modern history, unexpectedly reincarnates into the fifth son of Liu Shan, the Northern King Liu Chen, during the late period of the Three Kingdoms. In his previous life, he heard about Liu Chen's unwavering loyalty and his family's suicide in the Zhaolie Temple, and felt deeply regretful. Now, having obtained the opportunity to revive the prestige of the Great Han, he naturally refuses to accept the fate of dying and dissipating into nothingness. Sima Shi, Sima Zhao? What a joke! Destroy them! Let's see how Ye Yuan, armed with his knowledge of history, manipulates the Shu Han and turns the tide in the Three Kingdoms!
578.42 Million words | 2020-10-27 19:55Update
The nobleman is reborn, Zhongni is full of vigor, Yanzhi is already old, Sun Wu's military book is unfinished, the feudal lords are vying for power, and Jin will soon perish... As a son of man, brave and talented, once revenge is achieved, the world will be in turmoil - such is enough for a great man. At this time, looking at the verdant reeds, where is the beauty of the autumn water? In the corner of the city, the quiet lady is hesitating, the mating of the mandarin ducks is lingering - what else does a good man seek? In a world of great strife, the world is asking who will dominate. As long as the enemy is not dead, what else can the world be?
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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"!!!
509.63 Million words | 2021-12-10 21:54Update
Yang Wanli envies his drunken encounters with beauties; Lu You slanders his face like the king of the underworld; The beautiful memories burden him, and his dreams break his heart; Xin Qiji mocks his thuggish behavior; When historians write about his life, they shake their heads in silence, unable to put pen to paper... (History as the skeleton, imagination as the wings, the spirit of the Chinese nation, vast and magnificent.) QQ Group: [group number]
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The ruffian soldier in the cooking squad rises to become the king of special forces. In the Soldier King Competition, he challenges the elites from various countries, rushes to the battlefield, kills enemies for his country, fights against mercenary groups, and takes down one person with ten steps. Life and death! Live and die together! Achieving the peak of infantry, he becomes the ace blade! "Special Forces King" Part two, "Mad Soldier Dragon King," starts with blood and carries on with a different story! If you're not satisfied, let's continue the excitement! How does the soldier who becomes the captain of the Blade Squadron train his team members? - See "Mad Soldier Dragon King" for details.
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In that year, the first-class football league of the Great Song Dynasty was in full swing, and Su Dongpo, the national heartthrob, excelled in the college entrance examination. In that year, housing prices in the capital soared, and Ouyang Xiu, an old cadre, was kicked out of his house by his wife for not buying in time. In that year, Zhao Guanjia peeped at the voluptuous female sumo wrestler on the Lantern Festival, only to be caught red-handed by the masses led by Sima Guang. That was also the year when Wang Laohu brought his daughter to participate in a dating show and declared that she would only marry a scholar, causing panic among the four talented scholars by the Golden Ming Lake. And still in that year, Hedong Lion was pleased to get married while the rouge tiger was busy with blind dates, and the national child prodigy competition began with the grand entrance of young talents from all over the country.
215.93 Million words | 2021-08-03 20:52Update
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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They say there are five types of people that Tang Chuan shouldn't be: one being the Crown Prince. If you don't understand, just read Li Chen's story. As soon as he transmigrated, he almost got killed. Then he was about to be thrown into a cesspit. Just when he thought he had escaped, he was going to be buried alive. Why does the dog emperor keep chasing after me? Even when I fled to the temple, I was still pursued. On the escape route, I even ended up with four tag-alongs. How am I going to live like this? It's okay, I'm not afraid. I swear to speak with an influential Tang dynasty. All under heaven shall be the land of Tang, and all the coasts of the world shall be inhabited
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Transmigrated to the Ming Dynasty, becoming the carpenter emperor Zhu Youxiao. Since I have arrived in the Ming Dynasty, it is my duty to make the Ming Dynasty shine throughout the world for thousands of years! 'Your Majesty, Xiong Tingbi has slain a rebellious dragon in the East Sea and presented the Dragon Ball as tribute!' A rebellious dragon? Dragon Ball? Zhu Youxiao: (⊙ω⊙)???(Irregular historical fiction, please do not take it seriously!)
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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
In the fifth year of the Hongzhi reign, peace was restored throughout the land. Xu Pu, filled with confidence, became the prime minister for a generation. Li Dongyang, young and inexperienced, became an examiner for the imperial examination. Liu Jian ascended to become the Grand Academician of the Imperial Academy, while Xie Qian, although not yet in office, achieved fame as a wise and virtuous statesman. Yang Tinghe was appointed to participate in the compilation of the "Veritable Records of Emperor Xianzong," while Liu Daxia burned the "Zheng He's Navigation Charts" with a single fiery rage. Wang Yangming immersed himself in diligent studying, preparing for the upcoming provincial examination. Emperor Hongzhi and Empress Zhang playfully entertained their adorable child, Prince Zhengde... With the arrival of numerous talented individuals, both young and old gathered together. In this glorious era, where great scholars and renowned ministers abounded, in the city of Yuyao, Xie Shendeng, a young man from a humble background who had traveled through time, looked far into the distance, his heart already harboring dreams. Who says it is difficult for those from humble origins to achieve greatness? I will enter the imperial cabinet, become the prime minister, raise two jugs of fine wine, and embrace a beautiful woman by my side. As the saying goes: Xie Elder states, with a bald quill he secures the state, on a thin piece of paper he determines the fate of the world. No one is unaware of Xie Wenzheng, and no one is unfamiliar with Xie from Yuyao...
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Thousands of officials and attendants head north to Mount Li, while nations from all over the world come to court in the east by the Wei River. It depicts the grand scene of nations coming to court in the Tang Dynasty. The reign of Kaiyuan was another prosperous era after the successful governance of the Zhenguan period. The national power of the Great Tang reached an unprecedented peak. However, amidst the prosperity of music and dance, the empire was filled with internal crises. At this time, a distinguished son of a noble family emerged unexpectedly...
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Everyone hopes to have a powerful and wealthy father, but Liu He, born in turbulent times, ended up with a simple-minded and righteous father. When Yuan Shao and Han Fu jointly recommended his father to become the emperor, he firmly refused! When his subordinate Gongsun Zan deceived his father, he turned a blind eye! When Yuan Shu tricked his father into going to Chang'an to save the young emperor, he actually believed it, and then dispatched five thousand elite cavalry southward, only to face... With such a foolish father, Liu He completely lost control!
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This is a book about antique stories, revolving around a antique store called "The Silent House," giving souls to silent antiques that have endured for thousands of years, telling the history behind each artifact, and depicting the lives behind history. It also tells the story of a shop owner who has lived for over two thousand years, searching for the story of the prince he once followed in the river of history.
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With ambitions spanning the entire nation, I carry the aspirations of both the court and the common people. My heart is filled with the mission to sweep across the world! Those who steal will be punished, those who steal a country shall be ennobled... The thieves who steal a nation awaken the greatest excitement within you. This historical masterpiece from the end of 2014 is worth your possession!
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Taking over the position of the eleventh emperor of Anping, one day he would be assassinated 1,800 times. Of course, the eleventh emperor hesitated. However, her prime minister was both good-looking and intelligent, which made her reconsider this matter. "Ayi, the palace is so cold. I'll go to your prime minister's residence!" "Ayi, it's even colder in your residence. I'll go to your room!" "Ayi, your room—" "Your Majesty!" The eleventh emperor blinked his eyes. "I'm here!" Unfortunately, her prime minister deceived her, even though he risked his life to make her believe in him. "Ayi, if there's a next life and the prime minister is still you, I will kill you the first time I see you."
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【【Entries for the Creation History Genre Writing Contest - Magnificent Tang Dynasty Era】】Participating Work: Currently in the preparation phase for a new book, tentatively titled "Every Member of the Transmigrators with a System is a Father," in the fantasy genre.
172.81 Million words | 2022-07-22 14:26Update
She was originally a destitute young lady who endured in silence to protect herself, but little did she know she would rise to become a princess overnight. Engaging in a battle of wits, she strategized every step to secure her power and defend her true intentions amidst the whirlwind of events. Witness how this young woman finds true love amidst the ups and downs, and how she navigates through the trials and tribulations. Standing at the pinnacle of power, will she continue to wade through muddy waters or willingly give it all up? Will it be the coldness of the noble prince, the tenderness of the lord cheng, or the domineering love of an emperor that will shape her destiny? A dream like flowing clouds: "Rise to become a princess." This novel veers towards drama, with a guaranteed happy ending. Readers can rest assured. Feel free to indulge. PS: For those who prefer a leisurely read, start from the beginning. For those who are impatient and prefer a faster pace, skip to Volume 2. Friendly reminder: The term "princess" may also refer to a queen. Who the flower falls on, only one knows.
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Yumiao, a former circus performer, fell from a swing in mid-air and when she opened her eyes again, she had transformed into a red carp. Despite its theatrical life, the good thing was that she had strong teeth and could bite anything into pieces, making everything delicious. Little did she know that she accidentally swallowed the Ghost Hand Prince's Fire Cloud Pearl and almost damaged something important on the prince's body, which led to a conflict between them. In order to escape the fate of being killed for the pearl, it was necessary to have a conversation with the prince. Hopefully, he would accept her now that she had transformed back into a human form. However... why was her body human while her head remained that of a fish? Would the prince accept her like this? The Ghost Hand Prince looked at her disdainfully and said, "Foolish fish." Yumiao retorted, "Ghosty Paws, my prince." The Ghost Hand Prince raised an eyebrow and said, "Say it
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