Who are the well - known authors in vikings historical fiction?

Charles Dickens is an important figure in historical fiction writing with 'A Tale of Two Cities'. Philippa Gregory has also made a name for herself with her historical novels set in Tudor England. And Mary Renault is well - regarded for her works set in ancient Greece.

Some well - known authors of historical fiction include James Michener. He wrote 'Hawaii', which gives a detailed account of the history of the Hawaiian islands. Margaret George is also notable. Her works, like 'The Memoirs of Cleopatra', bring historical figures to life. And then there's Bernard Cornwell, who has written a lot about different historical periods, such as his 'Sharpe' series set during the Napoleonic Wars.

Edward Bulwer - Lytton is quite well - known. His 'The Last Days of Pompeii' has been a classic in the genre for a long time.

Jane Austen is a very well - known author of UK historical fiction. Her works like 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'Sense and Sensibility' are set in the English countryside and towns of the 19th century, depicting the social mores of the time. Another is Charles Dickens. His 'A Tale of Two Cities' is set during the French Revolution but has strong ties to England's history. Hilary Mantel is also famous for her historical fictions, especially 'Wolf Hall' series.

Well, Madeline Miller is known for works that touch on Rome - adjacent stories like in 'The Song of Achilles'. Lindsey Davis is famous for her series set in ancient Rome, starting with 'The Silver Pigs'. Also, Steven Saylor has made a name for himself with his Rome - based historical novels, such as 'The Throne of Caesar'.

Colleen McCullough also wrote Roman historical fiction. Her 'Masters of Rome' series is highly regarded. It delves deep into the political and personal lives of the great Roman figures, such as Caesar and Pompey, and spans a significant period of Roman history, showing how the empire evolved over time.

Thomas Pynchon is another. His novels often contain complex historical allusions and experimental narrative techniques. In 'Mason & Dixon', he takes historical figures like Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon and weaves a complex, often absurdist story around their surveying of the Mason - Dixon line in colonial America.

Jane Austen is probably the most famous. Her works like 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'Sense and Sensibility' are iconic. They give a detailed and nuanced view of the regency era society, relationships, and the role of women. Another well - known author is Georgette Heyer. She is renowned for her detailed descriptions of the regency era's fashion, balls, and social etiquette in books such as 'The Grand Sophy'.

There are many great authors of historical romance fiction. Lisa Kleypas is quite popular. Her books often feature strong - willed heroines and dashing heroes in historical settings. For example, her Wallflowers series. Then there's Judith McNaught. Her stories are known for their passionate love affairs and complex characters. Her novel 'Whitney, My Love' is a well - loved piece of historical romance. And don't forget about Johanna Lindsey, who has written numerous historical romances set in different time periods and locations, with her books often having elements of adventure along with the romance.

Rosemary Sutcliff is quite well - known. Her works often involve Roman military themes, like in 'The Eagle of the Ninth'. Then there's Robert Graves with 'I, Claudius'. His writing gives a great insight into the Roman world with military undertones. Also, Simon Scarrow is famous for his books about Roman military, such as 'Centurion'.