Can you recommend some of the best historical adventure novels?

'The Duke and I' by Julia Quinn. This is a historical romance set in Regency - era England. The story of Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings, is full of social intrigue, which can be seen as a form of adventure, and a blossoming love story that keeps readers engaged.

'The Scarlet Pimpernel' by Baroness Emmuska Orczy is a great historical adventure set during the French Revolution. The Scarlet Pimpernel, a mysterious Englishman, rescues French aristocrats from the guillotine. It has elements of disguise, danger, and heroism.

Sure. 'The Lost City of Z' is a great one. It's based on the real - life story of Percy Fawcett's search for a lost city in the Amazon. Another is 'The Miniaturist' which is set in 17th - century Amsterdam and has elements of mystery and adventure.

Another one is '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' by Jules Verne. This novel dives deep into the underwater world. Captain Nemo's Nautilus takes the readers on an amazing voyage beneath the ocean's surface, encountering strange sea creatures and exploring unknown regions.

Sure. 'The Call of the Wild' is a great adventure novel. It tells the story of a dog named Buck who is thrust into the wilds of the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. Buck has to adapt to the harsh environment and wild ways, which makes for a thrilling read.

I think 'Ivanhoe' by Sir Walter Scott is also among the best. Set in medieval England, it has knights, jousting, and a complex plot involving love, loyalty, and power struggles. It gives a great view into that historical period with its detailed descriptions.

One of the best is 'The Three Musketeers' by Alexandre Dumas. It's set in 17th - century France and follows the adventures of d'Artagnan and his friends. The story is full of sword fights, political intrigue, and loyalty among comrades.

Sure. 'The Long Winter' by Laura Ingalls Wilder. This book is part of the 'Little House' series. It details the Ingalls family's struggle to survive a particularly harsh winter on the prairie. It shows their resourcefulness and the challenges they face in the cold.

Sure. 'The Bourne Identity' by Robert Ludlum is a great pick. It follows a man with amnesia as he discovers his own identity while being chased by assassins. It's full of action - packed scenes and international intrigue. Another good one is 'Inferno' by Dan Brown. It's set in various locations around the world and involves a race against time to stop a global catastrophe.

Sure. 'The Jungle' by Upton Sinclair. Although it mainly focuses on the problems in the meat - packing industry in Chicago, it also has vivid descriptions of the jungle - like working conditions, which can be seen as a different kind of 'jungle adventure' in an urban jungle setting.