Stories that are set in the past and are based on real historical events or people, often with fictional characters and events woven in.
In the early days of the Tang Dynasty in China, the legendary Silk Road was the greatest trade route in the world, connecting the vast empires of China and Persia, and bringing wealth and prosperity to those who traveled it. But it was also a dangerous place, fraught with bandits, raiders, and other perils that … Read more
In the early 19th century, the British Empire was expanding rapidly across the globe, colonizing and subjugating countless peoples and cultures in the name of progress and civilization. But in one small corner of India, there was a woman who dared to stand up to this imperialist juggernaut – the rebel queen, Rani Lakshmibai. Lakshmibai … Read more
In the year 79 AD, the ancient city of Pompeii was a bustling metropolis, with markets, temples, and public baths that rivaled any in the Roman Empire. But beneath the surface of this vibrant city lay a darker reality – one of poverty, disease, and superstition. And it was in this world that a young … Read more
In the early 18th century, the Mughal Empire in India was at its zenith, with wealth and power that rivaled that of any nation in the world. But amidst the splendor and grandeur of the empire, there was one woman whose story has been largely forgotten by history – the Empress Zinat Mahal. Zinat Mahal … Read more
In the waning years of the Ptolemaic dynasty, Egypt was a land in turmoil. The once-great empire was now little more than a pawn in the political machinations of Rome and other powerful nations, and the people of Egypt were suffering under the weight of corruption, poverty, and oppression. But amidst this chaos and despair, … Read more
In the 13th century, the Silk Road was the greatest trade route in the world, stretching from China to the Mediterranean Sea. And no one knew the Silk Road better than Suleiman, a trader from the city of Samarkand. Suleiman had spent his entire life traveling the length and breadth of the Silk Road, trading … Read more
In 16th century England, Queen Elizabeth I was facing one of the greatest challenges of her reign. The Spanish Armada was bearing down on the country, and it seemed that all was lost. But the queen had a secret weapon – a young woman named Katherine Parr, who was not only a brilliant strategist, but … Read more
In the late 1800s, Japan was undergoing a massive transformation. The old feudal system was crumbling, and the samurai – once the most revered warriors in the land – were being cast aside as relics of the past. But there was one samurai who refused to let go of the old ways – Matsuo Kurogane, … Read more
In 19th century India, the British Raj had taken control of the land, and the people were forced to live under their oppressive rule. But there was one woman who refused to bow down to the invaders – Rani Lakshmi Bai, the queen of the kingdom of Jhansi. Lakshmi Bai was a fierce warrior and … Read more
In ancient China, there lived a young princess named Mei-Ling. She was the daughter of a powerful emperor, and her beauty and grace were known throughout the land. But Mei-Ling was not content to spend her days in the palace, surrounded by luxury and wealth. She longed to see the world beyond the walls of … Read more