What are some good medieval war books fiction?

An underrated gem is 'The Lion of Macedon' by David Gemmell. While it's set in an ancient - like medieval world, it has all the elements of great medieval war fiction. There are epic battles, heroic deeds, and a complex plot. The way Gemmell writes about war strategy and the camaraderie among soldiers is really engaging. Another one is 'The Red Knight' by Miles Cameron. It has a very detailed and realistic portrayal of medieval warfare, from the training of soldiers to the actual battles in the field, but it's not as well - known as some other books in the genre.

One of the great ones is 'The Once and Future King' by T.H. White. It retells the Arthurian legend with a focus on the medieval war aspects, full of knightly battles and political intrigue. Another good choice is 'Bernard Cornwell's 'The Saxon Stories'. It vividly depicts the wars between the Saxons and the Vikings in medieval England. Also, 'Ken Follett's 'The Pillars of the Earth' has elements of medieval warfare as it shows the building of a cathedral during a time of conflict and power struggles.

One good medieval fiction book is 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett. It vividly depicts the building of a cathedral in 12th - century England, with complex characters and a detailed look at medieval society. Another is 'Ivanhoe' by Sir Walter Scott, which is set during the time of Richard the Lionheart and has exciting adventures and knights. Also, 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco is great. It combines a mystery set in a medieval monastery with deep philosophical and historical insights.

Sure. 'The Knight' by Gene Wolfe is a great read. It's about a knight's journey and the battles he faces. Another is 'Gates of Fire' by Steven Pressfield, which gives a detailed account of the Battle of Thermopylae in a way that has a medieval - like feel of honor and combat. And 'A Distant Mirror' by Barbara W. Tuchman, while more of a historical account, reads like a fictional story of the 14th - century warfare and society.

A good medieval war fiction is 'Azincourt' by Bernard Cornwell. It focuses on the Battle of Agincourt during the Hundred Years' War. Cornwell is known for his meticulous research, and this book is no exception. You get a very real sense of what it was like to be a soldier in that battle, from the muddy fields to the fear of facing the enemy. Another interesting one is 'The Anarchy: The Relentless Rise of the East India Company' by William Dalrymple. It shows the corporate warfare and power struggles in medieval - like India, with the East India Company acting like a warring state within the country.

One of the top ones is 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas. It combines elements of fantasy, war, and romance beautifully. The main character, Feyre, gets drawn into a world of faeries where there are political intrigues and battles, all while falling in love with a powerful fae male.

One great medieval science fiction book is 'The Man in the High Castle' by Philip K. Dick. It presents an alternate history where the Axis powers won World War II, with elements that blend medieval-like power structures and science fiction concepts like alternative timelines. Another is 'A Canticle for Leibowitz' which has a post - apocalyptic setting with a strong influence from medieval religious and cultural elements in its society building. There's also 'Hyperion' by Dan Simmons, which features a complex and richly detailed universe that has elements of both medieval and science - fiction themes, such as a pilgrimage with characters from different backgrounds and time periods.

Well, 'The Castle in the Attic' is a really interesting medieval - themed kids' fiction. It involves a boy who discovers a magical castle in his attic. 'The Door in the Wall' is also a good one. It shows the life of a young boy in medieval times dealing with challenges like illness and war. And don't forget 'Catherine, Called Birdy' which gives a great look into the life of a girl in medieval England through her diary entries.

Another notable work is 'I, Claudius' by Robert Graves. Set in the early Roman Empire which was part of the broader early medieval period in a sense. It offers a fictionalized account of the life of Claudius, filled with court drama, power struggles, and historical details that bring the era to life.

Sure. 'The Once and Future King' is a great start. It's not too complex and has an engaging story with medieval battles and courtly drama. Another beginner - friendly option is 'The Sword in the Stone', which is part of the same Arthurian cycle as 'The Once and Future King'. It's more focused on the early life of King Arthur and has some fun and light - hearted takes on medieval life and war. Also, 'The Black Arrow' by Robert Louis Stevenson is a good one. It has a simple plot with medieval war elements like battles between different factions.