Can you recommend some from the top 10 historical novels?

Well, among the top 100 historical novels, 'I, Claudius' is quite remarkable. It delves into the Roman imperial family's intrigues. 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens is also there. It portrays the French Revolution and the impact on the people in both France and England. Then there's 'The Name of the Rose' that takes you to a medieval monastery full of mystery.

Another one is 'Shogun' by James Clavell. It's set in feudal Japan and tells the story of an English sailor who gets caught up in the political and cultural web of Japan. It's a long and detailed account of that time period, with a great deal of description about Japanese culture, traditions, and power struggles. It's a great read for those interested in Japanese history and cross - cultural encounters.

Sure. 'Pride and Prejudice' is a great one. It shows the complex relationships in the 19th - century England. The story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy is full of love, misunderstandings, and social commentary. Another is 'Jane Eyre'. It tells the story of a young governess and her relationship with Mr. Rochester. The dark secrets and the strong - willed heroine make it a classic. And 'Wuthering Heights' also in this category, with its passionate and tortured love story set in the Yorkshire moors.

Sure. 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett is a great one. It vividly depicts the building of a cathedral in 12th - century England, showing the lives of different classes at that time. Another is 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel, which offers a unique perspective on the life of Thomas Cromwell in the Tudor court. And 'Gone with the Wind' is also among them, presenting the American South during the Civil War and Reconstruction era.

Sure. 'The Nix' is a good one. It has elements of different historical periods woven into a modern - day story. It's about a mother who disappears and then resurfaces, and as the story unfolds, we get to see historical events and how they connect to the present situation.

Sure. 'The Three Musketeers' by Alexandre Dumas is a classic historical novel. It's full of adventure and takes place in 17th - century France. Another good one is 'Moby - Dick' which has elements of historical whaling. And 'Anna Karenina' by Leo Tolstoy which is set in imperial Russia.

Sure. 'The Scarlet Letter' by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a great choice from the top ten. It's set in Puritan New England and explores themes of sin, guilt and redemption. The story of Hester Prynne and her scarlet letter 'A' is very well - known.

Sure. 'Pride and Prejudice' is often on such lists. It's a classic by Jane Austen that tells the story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Their relationship develops through misunderstandings and social differences, set against the backdrop of early 19th - century England.

Sure. 'The Lincoln Highway' by Amor Towles. It's set in post - World War II America and follows the adventures of a young man and his friends. It has a great sense of place and time.

Sure. 'War and Peace' by Leo Tolstoy is a great one. It vividly depicts Russian society during the Napoleonic era. Another is 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett, which tells the story of building a cathedral in the Middle Ages. Also, 'Gone with the Wind' by Margaret Mitchell is set during the American Civil War.