The Oxford Book of Historical Stories
by Michael Cox
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Historical fiction is as popular today as it was at its birth in the nineteenth century. The imaginative recreation of a period beyond living memory has a power to evoke the past better than any history textbook. The stories in this collection travel in time from pre-history and the ancient Greeks to Regency bucks and Edwardian suffragettes, by way of medieval Europe, the English Civil War and the French Revolution. Emperors and kings, poets and soldiers walk these pages, in tales of intrigue, a
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This collection offers a sweeping journey through time, bringing pivotal moments from pre-history to the Edwardian era vividly to life. The stories move beyond the dry facts of a textbook, immersing readers in the worlds of emperors, soldiers, and suffragettes through the intimate lens of historical fiction. From the intrigue of medieval Europe to the turmoil of the French Revolution, each narrative serves as a compelling portal to a different century, making the past feel immediate and personal.
What makes this anthology distinctive is its vast scope and the quality of its selections, which showcase how personal stories can illuminate grand historical events. Teen readers and young adults with a curiosity about how people lived, loved, and fought in other times will find these tales particularly resonant. The book masterfully demonstrates that history is not just a series of dates, but a rich tapestry of human experience, leaving a lasting impression of connection to the countless lives that have shaped our world.
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