Historical fiction is a genre of fiction that uses history as the background and fictional characters and plots as the main line. It not only allows us to understand historical events and people, but also allows us to experience the charm and charm of history. Here, I will recommend some of the best historical novels in China and abroad.
1. “Dream of Red Mansions” Cao Xueqin
“Dream of the Red Chamber” is known as one of the four great masterpieces of ancient China, it is set in the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty as the background, and tells the rise and fall of a large family. Through the ups and downs of the fates of the four families of Jia, Shi, Wang, and Xue, the novel reveals the various shortcomings of feudal society and makes a profound reflection on history.
2. “One Hundred Years of Solitude” García · Márquez
“One Hundred Years of Solitude” is the masterpiece of Colombia writer García · Márquez, which tells the legendary story of seven generations of the Buendía family. The novel uses magical realism to interweave reality and fantasy, showing the changes in Latin America’s history.
3. “Ordinary World” Lu Yao
“The Ordinary World” is a realistic historical novel that tells the story of the struggle of rural families in China’s social transformation after the founding of the People’s Republic of China. By depicting the growth experience of Sun Shaoan and Sun Shaoping, the novel shows the tenacity and struggle of ordinary people in the long river of history.
4. “Those Things in the Ming Dynasty” was bright and moony
“Those Things in the Ming Dynasty” is a historical novel set in the Ming Dynasty, and the author tells the story of the Ming Dynasty from its establishment to its demise with humorous and witty strokes. The novel takes the characters as the main line, vividly shows the personality characteristics of historical figures, and allows readers to understand history in a relaxed and happy atmosphere.
5. “The Emperor Kangxi” February River
“The Emperor Kangxi” is a historical novel with Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty as the protagonist, telling the great achievements of Emperor Kangxi’s life. The novel shows the demeanor of historical figures by depicting the political wisdom, statecraft, and personality charm of Emperor Kangxi.
Whether it is at home or abroad, it has extremely high literary and historical value. In their own unique ways, they allow us to experience the charm of history and reflect on the lessons of history. Hopefully, these recommendations will meet your reading needs and make you feel the charm of history in your reading.
