Historical Fiction
Historical fiction brings the past to life by weaving real events and personalities into compelling stories. This genre offers a glimpse into different eras, from ancient civilizations to the turbulent 20th century, through the eyes of well-crafted characters. Readers can enjoy a journey through time, gaining insights into diverse cultures and pivotal moments in history. Discover tales that merge facts with imagination, providing both education and entertainment.
The three musketeers
A young man's quest to join the King's Musketeers plunges him into a world of daring sword fights, strong friendships, and dangerous enemies in 19th-century Paris.
By Alexandre Dumas
Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Complete
Amidst the splendor of pharaohs and sacred traditions, a princess defies expectations by forming an unlikely connection with the lower class.
By Georg Ebers
A Tale of Two Cities
In a world torn apart by injustice, a long-imprisoned doctor is freed, setting off a chain of intertwined destinies against the backdrop of a brewing revolution.
By Charles Dickens
Vittoria — Volume 6
Amidst violent riots and political unrest in Italy, a man confronts both physical dangers and moral dilemmas, forcing him to question everything he thought he knew about loyalty and sacrifice.
By George Meredith
Vittoria — Volume 3
Amidst political intrigue and personal sacrifice in 19th-century Italy, a woman and her companion navigate a landscape of love, duty, and the burning desire for national freedom.
By George Meredith
A Thane of Wessex: Being a Story of the Great Viking Raids into Somerset
Wrongfully accused of treason, a young nobleman becomes an outlaw, seeking revenge and redemption amid the clash of swords and the shifting tides of power during the great Viking raids.
By Charles W. (Charles Watts) Whistler
In the Irish Brigade: A Tale of War in Flanders and Spain
A young Irishman's loyalty is put to the test as he joins a famous brigade, navigates political turmoil, and carries the weight of his heritage into battle.
By G. A. (George Alfred) Henty
The Prince and the Pauper, Part 3.
Amidst royal celebrations and looming revenge, a pauper revels in the prince’s life while the real prince fights to reclaim his throne, setting the stage for crucial decisions about justice and mercy.
By Mark Twain
Old Mortality, Complete
In a Scotland torn by religious strife, one man dedicates his life to preserving the memory of those who died for their faith.
By Walter Scott
A Guide to the Best Historical Novels and Tales
Journey through time with this curated list of historical novels, where fact and fiction intertwine to bring the past to life.
By Jonathan Nield
Old Mortality, Volume 1.
A man's life becomes extraordinary when he decides to preserve history by fixing the tombstones of a persecuted religious group.
By Walter Scott
The Parisians — Volume 03
Amidst the vibrant backdrop of 19th-century Paris, a talented singer and a conflicted speaker find their lives intertwined as they navigate love, ambition, and the complexities of society.
By Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
The King's Sons
Amidst Viking invasions, a king prepares his sons for their destiny, but it is the youngest, with his love for knowledge, who will shape the kingdom.
By George Manville Fenn
The Prince and the Pauper, Part 2.
Two boys trade places, and one discovers the heavy price of privilege when he's crowned and must bear the weight of a kingdom not meant for him.
By Mark Twain
The History of Mary Prince, a West Indian Slave
Witness a young girl’s journey from a happy childhood to fighting for dignity and freedom amid the brutal realities of Caribbean slavery.
By Mary Prince
The Bravest of the Brave — or, with Peterborough in Spain
Torn from his family, a young man must find his courage amidst clashing swords and raging cannons in the heart of war-torn Spain.
By G. A. (George Alfred) Henty
An Egyptian Princess — Volume 10
In ancient Egypt, a royal family's joy over a new birth is threatened by the king's growing jealousy, setting the stage for a clash of love, duty, and power.
By Georg Ebers
Waverley; Or, 'Tis Sixty Years Since — Volume 1
A naive Englishman's thirst for adventure leads him into a dangerous game of politics and war amidst a divided Scotland.
By Walter Scott
The Prince and the Pauper, Part 4.
Two boys switched at birth face unexpected challenges when they switch places, one thrust into royalty and the other into the life of London's poor.
By Mark Twain
Vittoria — Volume 8
Amidst war-torn Italy, a tangled web of love, betrayal, and political schemes threatens to consume those caught in its treacherous threads.
By George Meredith