Narrativa histórica Books in Order

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Published between 1951 and 2005, the Narrativa histórica series features stories centered on individuals navigating personal and societal conflicts, often set against historical backdrops. Each book explores themes of identity, moral choice, and the tension between tradition and personal conviction. The series highlights figures who confront societal expectations and seek meaning through their decisions and relationships.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Memoirs of Hadrian

    Memoirs of Hadrian

    1951 · Marguerite Yourcenar

    Mémoires d'Hadrien est un roman historique de Marguerite Yourcenar, publié en 1951. L'œuvre est présentée comme une longue lettre de l'empereur…

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  2. Cover of The Rabbi

    The Rabbi

    1965 · Noah Gordon

    Michael Kind, descended from Jews and raised in a marginal New York neighborhood, is torn between the antagonistic legacies of his grandfather and…

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  3. Cover of Shaman

    Shaman

    1992 · Noah Gordon

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  4. Cover of Matters of Choice

    Matters of Choice

    1995 · Noah Gordon

    A portrait of a talented and courageous woman physician who stares at her reflection in the glass ceiling and decides to seek a more meaningful life.…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Narrativa histórica books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Memoirs of Hadrian”. Start with “Memoirs of Hadrian.”

How many books are in the Narrativa histórica series?

We list 5 books , published between 1951–1995.

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