Can you recommend some books about historic NY buildings in the fiction genre?

Yes, 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald is set in New York and mentions some of the grand mansions and buildings of that era. It's a classic that gives a sense of the opulence associated with certain NY buildings in the 1920s.

One great Italian historic fiction is 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco. It's set in a medieval monastery and combines mystery with historical details of the period.

There's also 'Tipping the Velvet' by Sarah Waters. It chronicles the life of a young woman who discovers her love for other women in the late - Victorian era. It vividly portrays the social and cultural context of that time while exploring the main character's relationships and self - discovery journey.

Sure. 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett is a great one. It vividly depicts the building of a cathedral in the 12th - century England, showing the lives of various classes at that time. Another is 'Gone with the Wind' which is set during the American Civil War and tells the story of Scarlett O'Hara.

Another one could be 'The Tale of Genji'. It's an important piece of Japanese literature that gives a vivid picture of the Heian period. It's full of details about the court life, relationships, and cultural aspects of that era in Japan.

Sure. 'Gone with the Wind' is a great one. It takes place during the American Civil War. Scarlett O'Hara's love life is intertwined with the changing South. Her relationships with Rhett Butler and Ashley Wilkes are complex and show the impact of the historical events on personal lives.

Sure. 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco is a classic. It's set in a medieval monastery and involves a series of mysterious deaths. Another one is 'The Alienist' by Caleb Carr, which takes place in 1896 New York City and follows the investigation of a serial killer. Also, 'Gorky Park' by Martin Cruz Smith is set in the Soviet Union and is about a murder investigation in a Moscow park.

Sure. 'The Egyptian' by Mika Waltari is a great one. It tells a story set in ancient Egypt with rich historical details and engaging characters.

A good start for beginners could be 'The Bronze Bow' set in the time of Jesus. It's easy to understand and engaging. 'The Witch of Blackbird Pond' set in colonial Connecticut is also suitable. It has a great story that can introduce readers to historic fiction. And 'Island of the Blue Dolphins' which is based on a true story and set in the 19th - century California.

One well - known Winstone Churchill historic fiction is 'The Gathering Storm' by Winston Churchill himself. It gives a fictionalized yet highly informed account of the lead - up to World War II. Churchill was not only a great statesman but also a talented writer.