#1 New York Times BestsellerOprah’s Book Club SelectionThe “extraordinary . . . monumental masterpiece” (Booklist) that changed the course of Ken Follett’s already phenomenal career. Look out for Ken’s newest book, A Column of Fire, available now.“Follett risks all and comes out a clear winner,” extolled Publishers Weekly on the release of The Pillars of the Earth. A departure for the bestselling … release of The Pillars of the Earth. A departure for the bestselling thriller writer, the historical epic stunned readers and critics alike with its ambitious scope and gripping humanity. Today, it stands as a testament to Follett’s unassailable command of the written word and to his universal appeal.
The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of Philip, prior of Kingsbridge, a devout and resourceful monk driven to build the greatest Gothic cathedral the world has known . . . of Tom, the mason who becomes his architect—a man divided in his soul . . . of the beautiful, elusive Lady Aliena, haunted by a secret shame . . . and of a struggle between good and evil that will turn church against state and brother against brother.
A spellbinding epic tale of ambition, anarchy, and absolute power set against the sprawling medieval canvas of twelfth-century England, this is Ken Follett’s historical masterpiece.
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I read this one years ago. Don’t know why it is showing up now.
Great writer, great localization
Read this book! That’s all, just find a good drink, quiet chair, solitude and be prepared to stay up all night reading this wondrous story. This is the original “I am Now Hooked on Follett” book. It’s quite simple … read this book.
I loved it!
This book was a historical saga about a time I was unfamiliar with and was very enlightening, though overlong.
An amazing chronicle of past times, series well worth the time to read, provides remarkable insight into times past!
Awesome read. Read the entire series. Educational as well as entertaining
This is the best book I’ve read in several year!!!
One of my favorite books ever. True historical fiction with believable characters that reflect man’s weaknesses and strengths.
His masterpiece.
Outstanding read from an outstanding author!
Read and loved this long before it was made into a 8 episode series.
This is a wonderful series.
The history
Not the best Follett book but still very good
Wonderfully written and terrific historical fiction. Inspirational when you look at the labors of love and the trials endured in order to build masterpieces that inspired worship of God. One of my all time favorites.
Brought the world of the cathedral builders vividly to life.
Tedious to start but once started it is so full of knowledge about the lifetimes of people it takes to build these incredible buildings. This author has a wonderful command of the lives involved and processes.
Wonderful learning about the power of the church and the friction that existed between the empires.
A true masterpiece