Can you recommend some good old historic novels?

One great Islamic historic novel is 'The Arabian Nights'. It contains a collection of stories that offer insights into the Islamic culture and history of the Middle East. The tales are filled with magic, adventure, and moral lessons, which were passed down through generations in the Islamic world.

One great 'Old England' historical fiction is 'Ivanhoe' by Sir Walter Scott. It's set in medieval England and features knights, battles, and courtly love. It gives a vivid picture of that era's society.

One great Irish historic novel is 'Ulysses' by James Joyce. It offers a complex and detailed look at life in Dublin on a single day, but also delves into Irish history, culture, and the human condition. Another is 'Tristram of Lyonesse' which is set in a semi - mythical version of Ireland's past. 'The Wind that Shakes the Barley' is also notable as it explores the Irish War of Independence through a fictional narrative.

One of the well - known historic gay novels is 'Giovanni's Room' by James Baldwin. It explores themes of homosexuality, identity, and love in a complex and poignant way set against a certain historical backdrop.

Sure. 'War and Peace' by Leo Tolstoy is a well - known historic novel. It depicts Russian society during the Napoleonic Wars.

Rather than dealing with historic erotic novels, we could look at historical fiction like 'Pride and Prejudice'. It shows the social and cultural aspects of the English Regency era in a very engaging way without any inappropriate content.

Sure. 'Kadal Pura' is a great Tamil historic novel. It tells the story of the Tamil people's relationship with the sea and their history along the coastal areas. Also, 'Parthiban Kanavu' offers a look into the past with its engaging narrative about a king's dream and the events that unfold in the historical context of the Tamil land.

A great Philadelphia historic novel is 'The Book of Negroes'. It delves into the history of Philadelphia in relation to slavery and the African - American experience. It tells the story of a woman's journey and how Philadelphia was a significant stop in that journey, with details about the city's role in the slave trade and the lives of freed slaves there. It is a powerful narrative that combines historical facts with a compelling personal story.

Complex characters are also common. They are often shaped by the historical context. In 'Les Misérables', the characters like Jean Valjean are products of the social and political situation in post - revolutionary France. And the plot usually reflects the major historical events, such as battles, revolutions, or social reforms. It's like how 'Roots' by Alex Haley tells the story of slavery in America, with the main character's journey mirroring the historical development of slavery.

Sure. 'The Winds of War' by Herman Wouk is an excellent one. It follows the Henry family through the events leading up to and during World War II. Another great choice is 'All Quiet on the Western Front' which gives a very vivid and heart - wrenching account of the war from the perspective of a German soldier.