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
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
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
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
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
By England's Aid; or, the Freeing of the Netherlands (1585-1604)
Amidst war and political tension, young lives intertwine as they embark on a quest for adventure, freedom, and heroism in a foreign land.
By G. A. (George Alfred) Henty
Uarda : a Romance of Ancient Egypt — Volume 10
Amidst palace infernos and royal treachery in Ancient Egypt, discover selflessness, unwavering loyalty, and rekindled love in a high-stakes struggle.
By Georg Ebers
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
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
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
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
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
Leila or, the Siege of Granada, Book III.
Amidst clashing cultures and looming war, a Jewish maiden confronts her heart and her faith as a kingdom teeters on the brink.
By Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
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
Serapis — Complete
In a city torn by faith and strife, a family of musicians fights to keep their art alive against all odds.
By Georg Ebers
The Star-Chamber: An Historical Romance, Volume 2
In a world of political intrigue and personal vendettas, a family's desperate fight for justice may be their undoing.
By William Harrison Ainsworth
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
Under the red robe
In a France rife with conflict, a man's past returns to haunt him as he navigates a world of honor, duels, and deadly political intrigue.
By Stanley John Weyman
One of the 28th: A Tale of Waterloo
A young boy's journey to discover long-held family secrets takes him from a stifling home to a world of adventure, shadowed by the echoes of war.
By G. A. (George Alfred) Henty
The Bride of the Nile — Volume 06
In ancient Egypt, a young woman's first love shakes her world, igniting jealousy and a desperate search for her place among family secrets and societal expectations.
By Georg Ebers