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Oct 1, 1989 · 767,750 ratings37,831 reviews. Ken Follett is known worldwide as the master of split-second suspense, but his most beloved and bestselling book tells the magnificent tale of a twelfth-century monk driven to do the seemingly impossible: build the greatest Gothic cathedral the world has ever known.
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Set in medieval England, The Pillars of the Earthis a gripping tale of the passions, intrigue, politics and greed surrounding the construction of a 12th-century cathedral. Medieval times, cathedrals, castles, knights, deception, love, rivalry and intrigue ... sounds like an interesting story. Does this best-selling book set in 12th-century England ...
The central plot element of The Pillars of the Earthis the construction of a new cathedral in the fictional English town of Kingsbridge during the 12th century, but the story is really about the conflicts between the people building the cathedral and those who want to destroy it. It is the early 12th century, and England is about to erupt into civi...
The story kept my interest and flowed well. The book is 970 pages long but doesn't feel long at all. With a story spanning over 50 years (1123–1174), those pages are all needed to weave this multi-generational story together effectively. Reading this was like a medieval emotional roller coaster. There are moments of love, joy and happiness mixed in...
Follett does a good job of telling the story from multiple viewpoints. Each section or chapter is told from the perspective of one of the main characters so that you get an understanding of their thoughts and actions. The descriptions of how the cathedral is designed and built are very well done. There is enough information to picture the construct...
1. An engaging story with interesting characters, plot twists and good pacing. 2. Detailed descriptions of the cathedrals, castles, battles and medieval life that enhance the story. 3. A cool glimpse into medieval times. I enjoyed learning about the construction of cathedrals, the political power struggles and the challenges of daily medieval life.
Medieval times, cathedrals, castles, knights, trickery, love, rivalry and intrigue ... there's something in this book for everyone. On top of that, it's a good read, and I really enjoy good historical fiction.
Several historical figures who lived during the years covered by the book were included in the story. Below are links to more info on the major historical characters: 1. Thomas Becket - Archbishop of Canterbury: Head of the Church of England, Thomas and Henry II were frequently in conflict over the independence of the church from the monarchy. 2. K...
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Ted Owenon June 01, 2020: Good book.Don't usually read fiction.Thought it was not believable.Story far reaching.Still enjoyed it. Hazard99on November 14, 2019: My friend just recommended this book so I really enjoyed your review which neatly summarised the book while covering several aspects of its content. I love historical fiction and have now or...
A gripping tale of the passions, intrigue, politics and greed surrounding the construction of a 12th-century cathedral in medieval England. Read the plot summary, writing style, what I liked and my rating of this best-selling historical fiction book.
Sep 7, 1989 · amazon. Hunter’s debut novel tracks the experiences of her family members during the Holocaust. Sol and Nechuma Kurc, wealthy, cultured Jews in Radom, Poland, are successful shop owners; they and their grown children live a comfortable lifestyle.
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Jul 17, 2020 · The story concerns the building of a cathedral in a fictional English town called Kingsbridge. The novel, at least the part that I read, has two main characters: Tom Builder and Father Phillip, a monk. Tom has dreamed of building a cathedral for years, ever since he apprenticed to a man who did.
Feb 15, 2010 · A historical fiction novel about building a cathedral in twelfth century England and the lives of its characters. The reviewer praises the characters, the historical details, and the storytelling, but criticizes the excessive violence and the simple style.
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World Without End. The Pillars of the Earth is an historical novel by British author Ken Follett published in 1989 about the building of a cathedral in the fictional town of Kingsbridge, England. Set in the 12th century, the novel covers the time between the sinking of the White Ship and the murder of Thomas Becket, but focuses primarily on the ...
Jan 14, 2012 · Review: The Pillars of the Earth – Ken Follett. 01.14.12. This book, described on its blurb as a “modern day classic” was recommended by my Step-Dad, Anthony, who had read both The Pillars of the Earth and its sequel, A World Without End and is a big fan of Ken Follet’s historical fiction.
