Historical Fiction Books That You Cannot Miss (For Beginner and Regular Readers)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ต.ค. 2024
- In the words of R.G. Collingwood, “History is for human self-knowledge ... the only clue to what man can do is what man has done. The value of history, then, is that it teaches us what man has done and thus what man is."
Therefore, it most important for us as readers but more so as humans to learn from our histories, not just to be proud of it but also to never repeat our past blunders. And one amazing way to get a grasp of history is by reading historical fictions.
Over the years, I have found myself reading more and more history and historical fiction. I try to read about people and culture that I am unfamiliar with and try to read about times that are much different from today.
In this video, I bring to you 7 historical fiction books that are mostly 5-star reads and are meant to cater to every type of reader - beginner, regular, and voracious. From Indian to American, from Bosnian-Serbian to Turkish, I have tried to include many diverse reads from different periods in history.
Question - Which is your favorite historical fiction? Suggest me some 5 Star Book Recommendations?
Amazon buy links -
Indian Historical Fiction Books
Empire by Devi Yesodharan - amzn.to/30kNtO6
The Sacred Sword by Hindol Sengupta - amzn.to/2Pjhmbf
The Black Hill by Mamang Dai - amzn.to/3gra80J
Prisoner of Yakutsk by Shreyas Bhave - amzn.to/3fqnAk4
International Historical Fiction Books
Rose of Sarajevo by Ayse Kulin - amzn.to/39RGZJC
Last Train to Istanbul by Ayse Kulin - amzn.to/3i0mJsa
China Dolls by Lisa See - amzn.to/2XqDapY
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Thank you for these amazing recommendations. I am going to check Ayse Kulin's books. Turkey has always intrigued me.
They do have a lot of politics but that's what drives me towards them. I think she deserves much more fame and attention especially from Indian readers. Let me know how you like her books 🤗😀
@@bookGeeksIndia Sure. I have read only Elif Shafak's books. And got a bit of an idea about Turkish culture & history. Would love to read more.
I don't know why but recently I'm loving reading historical books...thanks for these recommendations ❤️
Those are some amazing recommendations there! 😍😍👏🏻
Thank you, dear Kirti 🤗😊
I was looking for some good books for my Rakhi Gift! Thanks for posting the video today.. You always give so many new books to add in my TBR!
I love you intro absolutely. And these recommendations are so new to me. Can't wait to read them.
Great recommendation. Will definitely pick up some. Thanks.
Love, love, love this video, Sankalpita! I'm hoping to read Rose of Sarajevo this month. 😍
Adding the rest to my wishlist. Especially Empire. It sounds so amazing!
Thank you, Sonali 🤗 I have an inkling that you'll like Ayse Kulin's books 😊
Awesome video...everytime i watch your videos i come across beautiful books which i immediately add to my tbr list..thanks for these reccommendations..😃
Thank you, Sunayana. Everytime I see your comment it makes my heart sing with joy. You sure know how to leave a smile on a stranger's face. A big hug to you 😊🤗
Last train to Istanbul was a grt book!! I love your recommendations!! I am on look out for good indian fictional novel and this video is gonna be my go to😊! Other books are so intriguing!! Your editing is perfection👌👌
Thank you so much for this video, Sankalpitha... I really enjoy the historical fiction genre, but I did not know enough books to turn to... Thanks a ton for the recs! Added all of these to my TBR😊
Lovely recommendations, I’m always on the lookout for historical fiction. My favourite period is WW II.
Thank you, Neetu. I do have a video on books about WW2 - fiction and memoirs. Do check it out :)
bookGeeks India Lovely, will do🤗
Thanks for the recommendations
Very very well and precisely explained
Thank you for these recommendations di...
This video helped me so much! I've been looking for historical fiction as it's one of my fav genre but recently got aloof of it a little bit. Thanks for all this recommendations!☺️💗
This was amaaazzzing😍 can you do.a similiar book recommendation video on political novels (fictional or non ficitonal) it would be amazing....!!! Thank you
Our moon has blood clots by Rahul Pandita. It will make anyone cry. Please read this, you will absolutely love it.
Thanks for the recommendation . As always video is nice Is there any book on the mysterious death of lalbahadur shatri, vikram sarabhai, and dr homi babha . Have you heard the nambi effect nambi narayan
No dear, I am not aware of books on these themes. I will check out The Nambi Effect.
एक और बेहतरीन वीडियो। ऐसे ही आगे बढ़ते रहो बेटा।
You give amazingly honest reviews! Keep doing the good work 😉
Your book suggestions are always awesome
Thank you, dear Sabina.
I haven't read any historical fiction. I really want to. Thank you all these recommendations. Noting down ✌
That's really good to know. Hope you like them ☺️
You can also try reading grave the hidden truth by priyanka khetawat, if you want to go for fictional book with thriller, suspense and mystery
Firstly, I was amazed by the attention to details in every chapter and I am sure you would notice it as well. One thing I enjoyed throughout the story is that each scene is happening in multiple locations and I loved the way the author painted the picture in front of me. It was almost like I was there, and I could vividly see what is going on. My favourite part is when all of them get stuck in a cave with another civilisation, who don't even speak the language. I can keep on going, but I am going to stop here as I don't want to spoil too much for the future the readers.
Secondly, I was shocked when the author came up with a new script altogether for the ancient civilisation, and I completely enjoyed the riddles Firstly, I was amazed by the attention to details in every chapter and I am sure you would notice it as well. One thing I enjoyed throughout the story is that each scene is happening in multiple locations and I loved the way the author painted the picture in front of me. It was almost like I was there, and I could vividly see what is going on. My favourite part is when all of them get stuck in a cave with another civilisation, who don't even speak the language. I can keep on going, but I am going to stop here as I don't want to spoil too much for the future the readers.
Secondly, I was shocked when the author came up with a new script altogether for the ancient civilisation, and I completely enjoyed the riddles sprinkled in the second half of the books led in the second half of the book
Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. It’s a non-war historical fiction. Some people don’t consider it historical fiction but I think that historical context is important. Hence, I categorise it as historical fiction.
It was an amazing book and I loved reading every bit of it. I'm so glad that you enjoyed it. I'm my Goodreads shelf, I classified it as a period drama 🙈😊 but I see your point too
If you are intrrested in international historical fiction tty Philippa Gregory's books.. medieval England comes alive.. Queen Elizabeth, Henry 8th etc .. ive posted a video on it.
I loved her books ...The taking of the queen ...just saw that uve also posted a video on the same book ...absolutely fabulous thriller ...eye opener on world history
Thank you for the excellent recommendation. I've heard so much about her writing and yet somehow I've never read her books 🙈🙈
Yes try Taming of the queen ...or The Red queen .. those 2 ive read and were mindboggling. Im reading a third currently so ill not comment till im done:)))...im sure ill buy every book she writes
@@Lifeofpagea Thank you. I will definitely pick one of these soon :)
Waiting for more videos like this
Thank you, Athulya. You are always the first to comment and motivate me 🙂😀
I reccomend you Shivaji the great maratha by Ranjit Desai published by Harper Collins India. This is the best book i have ever read.
Thankyou for your list 🙏
Great recommendations....all the books are worthy and you have narrated the summary in a lovely way. Thanks for classifying books for different readers. One sad thing, am very disappointed you didn't mention "The legend of king Suheldev" by Amish. you have done a separate video on that, but y didn't u mention it here? It is also a historical fiction yaar!
I want to really see your bookshelf tour🙃❤️
Recommend me some 5-star historical fiction?
I just started reading books inspired by ur channel. I love ur recommendations.
This is the best thing you can say to a Booktuber. Thank you for this comment, dear Darvika. Btw, you have a beautiful name. What does it mean?
@@bookGeeksIndia Darvika means both helping or hurting, it's a Sanskrit word. U are just awesome. I never received this good reply till now from any youtuber, though i comment very less. Lots of love from me.You know what I'm also interested in books on Pakisthan and North Korea as u mentioned in ur previous videos. Definity will pick those books once I get habituated on reading. I feel like speaking to a friend. You are just awesome.
@@darvikagogineni6633 It's such a unique name. I will always remember it :) Hehe... I am just a normal person like you :) Wow! that's awesome. I am also intrigued by these countries a lot. Currently, I am trying to read books from South East Asia and nonfiction about India and China. Please tell me how you liked those books once you are done reading. That will make me very happy :)
@@bookGeeksIndia Yeah sure❤❤
I would like to recommend A Gentleman In Moscow. I really liked it. Great video.
Thank you, Tulsi. I have been hearing only good things about A Gentleman in Moscow and I will certainly try to read it ASAP.
Very interesting list 👍🏼
Hii, just discovered your channel.
I'm actually looking for a book for my friend who is not well acquainted with English. Someone who rarely used the language.
Can you recommend a book or two for someone who is on level one.
Mam, You have missed the all time classic "Train to Pakistan" By Kushwant Singh. And Please also review his other works.
This is not an exhaustive list so no, I haven't missed that one. I will however try to make a separate video about books by Khushwant Singh.
Random comment just cuz she loves comments & I love her!
Can you make a video on mythological fiction books??
happy raksha bhandhan sankalpita.😊😊
Thanks for informing
Thank you di❤
The pleasure is all mine 💖
Hello di will you please recommend books of goddess aadishakti
Super..
#the book reader
Thank you 😊
Read "The book thief" it's the GOAT
Pretty good, love from TAMIL NADU. ❤
Have you read books by James A Michener and Edward Ruthercurd? If not, you're missing some great historical fictions.
Hi Sankalpita,
The book sacred sword is based on the life events of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, in my opinion it shouldn't fall under the category of historical fiction.
Other recommendations are great 😇
But how i can buy?
Hi Normita, the buy links are given in the description below. You can either buy them from a local bookstore or from online retailers like Amazon and Flipkart.
If we are talking about Indian Historical fiction, then nobody can ever forget the name of Acharya Chatursen & if we talk about mythological fiction, then Anand Neelkanthan is incompatible.
Hi. I wanna talk to you regarding a book. How to connect.
Hi Sami, please send me a mail at sankalpita@bookgeeks.in
Make a video on Indian famous for bigeners
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Prisoner of Yakutsk is the best one
(Secrets of sanatan dharam) available on Amazon and kindle this is must read book
Alex rutherford is also good..empire of mughal
Empire, sacred sword,
Empire was awesome..
Any historical detective books are there crime
Train to pak