What are some popular black history fiction books?

One popular 'fiction black book' could be 'The Black Book' by Orhan Pamuk. It's a complex work that weaves together various stories and themes, exploring the history and identity of Istanbul.

Some well - known black fiction books include 'Native Son' by Richard Wright. This book is a powerful exploration of race relations and the impact of poverty and oppression on a young black man in Chicago. 'Their Eyes Were Watching God' by Zora Neale Hurston is also a great read. It follows the journey of a black woman in the early 20th century as she searches for love and self - discovery. And 'Go Tell It on the Mountain' by James Baldwin is a semi - autobiographical novel that touches on themes of race, religion, and family.

One popular black fiction book is 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker. It tells the story of Celie, an African - American woman in the early 20th century, dealing with abuse and finding her own voice. Another is 'Beloved' by Toni Morrison, which explores the haunting legacy of slavery. 'Their Eyes Were Watching God' by Zora Neale Hurston is also well - loved. It follows the journey of Janie Crawford as she searches for love and self - discovery in a racist and sexist society.

One popular world history fiction book is 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett. It is set in 12th - century England and vividly depicts the building of a cathedral and the lives of the people involved. Another is 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel, which focuses on the court of Henry VIII. 'Gone with the Wind' by Margaret Mitchell is also a classic world history fiction, showing the American South during the Civil War era.

One popular one is 'The Da Vinci Code' by Dan Brown. It weaves a fictional story around historical elements like the Knights Templar and the Holy Grail.

Some good alt history fiction works include 'Guns of the South' by Harry Turtledove. In this book, time - traveling Afrikaners give AK - 47s to the Confederacy during the American Civil War. 'Kings of the Wyld' by Nicholas Eames has elements of alt history as it takes place in a world that is like a fantastical version of our past. Also, 'Anno Dracula' by Kim Newman is an interesting alt history where Dracula has become king in an alternate Victorian England.

Some well - known alternate history fictions include 'Pavane' by Keith Roberts. It depicts a world where the Catholic Church has a much more dominant role due to a different historical development. 'Bring the Jubilee' by Ward Moore is about a Confederate victory in the American Civil War and how that would have changed the future. Also, 'The Difference Engine' by William Gibson and Bruce Sterling is set in a Victorian - era England where steam - powered computers exist.

Then there's 'Gone with the Wind' which, although mainly a love story, is set against the backdrop of the American Civil War and Reconstruction era, showing how historical events impact the lives of the characters and giving a vivid picture of that part of American history.

One popular ancient history fiction book is 'The Song of Achilles' by Madeline Miller. It retells the story of Achilles and Patroclus from Greek mythology in a beautifully written and engaging way. Another is 'I, Claudius' by Robert Graves, which delves into the Roman imperial family's intrigue and power struggles. 'The Mists of Avalon' by Marion Zimmer Bradley is also well - liked, presenting a different perspective on the Arthurian legend, focusing on the female characters.

One popular 'US history fiction' book is 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead. It reimagines the Underground Railroad as an actual railroad beneath the Southern soil, providing a unique perspective on the era of slavery in the US.