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Artistic Pursuits
Autobiographical Fiction
Autobiography
Biographical
Biographies & History
Biography
Biography & History
Body Image Issues
Bounty Hunting
Career Challenges
Chick Lit
Contemporary Fiction
Crime Fiction
Ethnic & Cultural Biographies
European Biographies
Fashion And Style
Fashion Industry
Friendship Dynamics
Historical Biographies
Historical Fiction
Historical Non-Fiction
Literary Fiction
Love And Betrayal
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Modern Biographies
New York City Life
Non-Fiction
Political Fiction
Psychological Fiction
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Women's Biographies

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Commonalities of Books on Biographical Fiction: - They are all fictionalized accounts or biographical novels based on the lives of historical figures. - The books cover a wide range of time periods and cultures, from ancient Rome to 20th century America. - Many of the books focus on powerful women throughout history, such as Cleopatra, Queen Victoria, Harriet Tubman, Empress Dowager Cixi, Josephine Bonaparte, Catherine de Medici, and Joan of Arc. - Some books explore the lives of famous artists and writers, including Henry James, William Blake, Charlotte Bronte, Alice Liddell Hargreaves (the inspiration for Alice in Wonderland), and Lady Murasaki. - A few books delve into the personal lives of political figures such as Roman Emperor Augustus and Cicero. - Many of the books examine themes such as societal expectations and gender roles, personal struggles and triumphs, redemption and spiritual journeys.

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