This is a new genera that I discovered. I had read many books and seen movies that cover historical events woven with fiction but I didn't know it had its own genera.
Now that I think about it, some of the best shows and movies are based on historical events. Though I prefer stories based on true events, I also enjoy fiction as long as they are not distorting the historical facts.
As a subject, history by itself isn't fascinating to a lot of people. I believe the magic happens on the format of delivery. Adding stories and allowing people to picture themselves at the time is a great way for getting a better understanding of events.
I believe that history is very important to understand a lot of what is going on today. Take Africa for instance, there are a lot of francophone (French speaking) countries that are still under France control for their currency. The genocide in Rwanda - was based on something that started during Belgian colonialism. In Asia, the Indian-Pakistan issue today is the same one that got Gandhi killed - but was started over a century ago during the divide and conquer policy. The Israel- Palestine issue started decades ago and has to refer to history to make any sense.
In order to share the historical background of a current situation, historical fiction are the best tools.
Now that I think about it, some of the best shows and movies are based on historical events. Though I prefer stories based on true events, I also enjoy fiction as long as they are not distorting the historical facts.
As a subject, history by itself isn't fascinating to a lot of people. I believe the magic happens on the format of delivery. Adding stories and allowing people to picture themselves at the time is a great way for getting a better understanding of events.
I believe that history is very important to understand a lot of what is going on today. Take Africa for instance, there are a lot of francophone (French speaking) countries that are still under France control for their currency. The genocide in Rwanda - was based on something that started during Belgian colonialism. In Asia, the Indian-Pakistan issue today is the same one that got Gandhi killed - but was started over a century ago during the divide and conquer policy. The Israel- Palestine issue started decades ago and has to refer to history to make any sense.
In order to share the historical background of a current situation, historical fiction are the best tools.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russka_(novel)
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caribbean_(novel)
By the way have you tried reading
It looks like
Other than that, right now? When Nietzsche Wept, is right up your alley; it's a learning novel containing history, philosophy, and psychology. Can't go wrong with it - starts a bit slow but gets very good.
Coincidentally I started listening to a great courses series on Russian Literature which is very good and would pair splendidly with the Saunders. Hadn't heard of it but I'm all over it, thanks!
(https://www.thegreatcourses.com/courses/classics-of-russian-literature)