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historical fiction

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noun

the genre of literature, film, etc., comprising narratives that take place in the past and are characterized chiefly by an imaginative reconstruction of historical events and personages.
works of this genre, as novels and plays.

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RELATED WORDS

saga, Bildungsroman, roman-fleuve

Nearby words

historiated, historic, historic episcopate, historic places trust, historical, historical fiction, historical geology, historical linguistics, historical materialism, historical method, historical novel
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Examples from the Web for historical fiction

  • Secrets, scandals, and suspense steeped in authentic period detail provide a sumptuous feast for historical-fiction fans.

    This Week's Hot Reads|The Daily Beast|December 22, 2010|DAILY BEAST