Suggestions for classic works of fiction with historical and/or cultural contexts?

I hope this isn’t too broad of a question, but I want to learn more about history, culture, and the world around me through works of fiction. Anything that can provide historical and cultural context to what was/is happening in the real world. I do have a special interest in classical period at the moment but I’d be interested in any time period or geographic setting!

Some examples i’ve read that come to mind: Homer’s Iliad, the Aeneid, the Jungle, the good earth, uncle tom’s cabin, and all the light we cannot see.

Any suggestions are welcome, thank you so much!

by plutodum