Definitely 'The King's General' is quite famous. It gives a good sense of the atmosphere during the English Civil War.
Some would also consider 'With Cromwell in Ireland' as a famous one. It focuses on Cromwell's actions in Ireland during the English Civil War time, providing a different angle on the overall conflict and how it extended beyond just England.
A well - known one is 'March' by Geraldine Brooks. It tells the story of Mr. March from 'Little Women' and his experiences in the civil war, adding a different dimension to the understanding of the war.
The most famous is probably 'Gone with the Wind'. It has been extremely popular for decades and has been made into a classic movie. It shows the destruction of the South during the Civil War through the eyes of Scarlett O'Hara.
There's also 'The Sun Also Rises' which, while not directly about the Spanish Civil War, has elements related to it. It gives a sense of the pre - war atmosphere in Spain and the cultural and social aspects that would later be affected by the conflict.
The most famous is probably 'For Whom the Bell Tolls'. It has been widely read and studied. It's set against the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War and has elements of love, war, and sacrifice. 'Homage to Catalonia' is also famous for its authenticity. Orwell was there, and he tells it like it was. 'The Carpenter's Pencil' is getting more recognition these days. It tells a story full of emotion and historical context related to the Spanish Civil War.
For Whom the Bell Tolls by Ernest Hemingway. It's famous for its intense and realistic depiction of the war.
'For Whom the Bell Tolls' by Ernest Hemingway is quite famous. It tells the story of an American fighting in the Spanish Civil War and is filled with Hemingway's signature sparse yet powerful prose.
Well, 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens is extremely famous. It's set against the backdrop of the French Revolution but also reflects on English society at that time. Another very well - known one is 'Wuthering Heights' which has elements of the Yorkshire moors' history in England.
One characteristic is the detailed portrayal of historical events. For example, they often describe the battles like Edgehill and Marston Moor in great detail. Another is the exploration of different political ideologies of the time, such as Royalist and Parliamentarian views.
One main theme is loyalty. Characters have to decide which side to support, the King or Parliament, and their loyalty is often tested. Another is power struggle. The fight between the monarchy and the Parliament for control is a big part of these stories.
In the Union army, there was a story about the supply of canned goods. Canned food was a relatively new thing at the time. It was easier to transport and store. The Union had better access to canned food, which gave them an advantage in terms of having a more consistent food supply. This allowed the soldiers to be better fed and potentially healthier during the long campaigns of the war.