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Austerlitz
1.  Austerlitz by W. G. Sebald
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  "A brilliant tale, brilliantly written. You just have to read it!"
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War and Peace (Pocket Penguin Classics)
2.  War and Peace (Pocket Penguin Classics) by Leo Tolstoy
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  "This novel begins in 1805, and depicts the national events, and personal experiences at the time of Napoleon's regimes for power."
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Alexander Vol 1.: Child of a Dream v. 1 (Alexander Trilogy)
3.  Alexander Vol 1.: Child of a Dream v. 1 (Alexander Trilogy) by Valerio Massimo Manfredi
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  "This is a great book on Alexander the Great. You will thouroughly enjoy this, the beginning of an epic series."
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The Winter King
4.  The Winter King by Bernard Cornwell
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  "Cornwell is probably the most known, and most historically accurate, history, fiction writer. This is  the first book in probably his best series yet!"
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Under the Eagle
5.  Under the Eagle by Simon Scarrow
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  "You must read this series! Even Bernard Cornwell has complimented it, and openly noticed it as good competition on the book description. A must read. Maybe even better than Bernard Cornwell's books."
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The Ravenscar Dynasty
6.  The Ravenscar Dynasty by Barbara Taylor Bradford
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  "This book is set in the early twentieth century. It is the tale of a family battle for power."
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Emperor - The Gates of Rome
7.  Emperor - The Gates of Rome by Conn Iggulden
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  "Some say it is not historically correct enough, but i don't think that matters, especially with a great book like this. It is the first in a series, which is about Julias Caesar's childhood."
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Master of the Scrolls
8.  Master of the Scrolls by Benjamin Ford
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  "Although not realistic, it is still great. It is about a person who is trapped by a prophecy, and mysteries within her family."
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Legion
9.  Legion by William Altimari
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  "Another Roman's book, but i had to include it. It is probably the best Roman, battle book, which is a must read!"
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Wolfskin
10.  Wolfskin by Juliet Marillier
The list author says:
  "A brilliant book about the vikings. Although not historically correct, it does give an insight into the uniqueness of the Vikings. It has everything a book needs to be great!"
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Brethren (Brethren Trilogy 1)
11.  Brethren (Brethren Trilogy 1) by Robyn Young
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  "This book is set in the thirteenth century, at the dawn of Louis IX's crusade to the Holy Land. It is brilliantly written, and historically accurate!"
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The Horns of the Buffalo (Simon Fonthill Series)
12.  The Horns of the Buffalo (Simon Fonthill Series) by John Wilcox
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  "A great book, which is set in the nineteenth century. Look at the book's description, and its reviews and you will want to buy it!"
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Katherine
13.  Katherine by Anya Seton
The list author says:
  "Medieval history at its best. It is a great novel, filled with romance, great in depth characters, and is packed full of enjoyment. Just read it! It is one of the best historical novels yet!"
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The Winthrop Woman
14.  The Winthrop Woman by Anya Seton
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  "Don't be put off by the lack of reviews, as this book is amazing. It is a magnificently, elegantly written novel, conveying an English woman's life in a rich family."
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Daughters Of The Grail
15.  Daughters Of The Grail by Elizabeth Chadwick
The list author says:
  "Set in thirteenth century France, the book is about the ancestor of Mary Magdalene. She is the enemy of the Catholic Church for her use of healing talents and supernatural abilities."
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The Greatest Knight: The Story of William Marshal
16.  The Greatest Knight: The Story of William Marshal by Elizabeth Chadwick
The list author says:
  "This book is about William Marshal, the greatest knight of the Middle Ages. It is a great story, which will stay with you long after you have read the book."
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The Death of the Red King
17.  The Death of the Red King by Paul Doherty
The list author says:
  "This is Paul Doherty's chilling interpretation of William II of England's death. This is probably Paul Doherty's best book, and i highly recommend it. It would probably make a great film aswell!"
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Siege of Heaven
18.  Siege of Heaven by Tom Harper
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  "This book is set in 1098, and is about a crusade in a holy war. This is an epic, powerful tale, and is exiting throughout."
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The Afghan Campaign
19.  The Afghan Campaign by Steven Pressfield
The list author says:
  "This book is about Alexander the Great's campaign in the Afghan kingdoms in the summer of 330 BC. It's a well written novel, which i highly recommend. It is one of the best books in this genre!"
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Ramage
20.  Ramage by Dudley Pope
The list author says:
  "The beginning of a great series of books, following third-lieutenant Ramage as he attempts the orders of Nelson himself!"
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Here be Dragons
21.  Here be Dragons by Sharon Penman
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  "This book is set in thirteenth century Englnad. It is packed full of power, betrayal, loyalty and political intrigue, as it says on the synopsis. It is simply great!"
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Kydd (Thomas Kydd 1)
22.  Kydd (Thomas Kydd 1) by Julian Stockwin
The list author says:
  "This is the beginning of a series, which follows the life of Kydd, who is taken from his job of wig-making to join a crew. It is a great story, depicted the horrible life of common below deck seaman."
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Harold the King
23.  Harold the King by Helen Hollick
The list author says:
  "This is a brilliant depiction of Harold, King Edward and William, and is set in 1044. It is an unmissable book, about an amazing piece of history!"
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Shogun: A Novel of Japan
24.  Shogun: A Novel of Japan by James Clavell
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  "This, along with the rest of the series, is great! The book gives a good insight into Asain culture, and in particular Japanese culture. A must read!"
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Musashi
25.  Musashi by Eiji Yoshikawa
The list author says:
  "A great book on Feudal Japan. A must read. Highly recommended!"
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