The Pillars of the Earth
#1 New York Times Bestseller
Oprah's Book Club Selection
The “extraordinary . . . monumental masterpiece” (Booklist) that changed the course of Ken Follett’s already phenomenal career—and begins where its prequel, The Evening and the Morning, ended.
“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 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.
Reviews
I found the history and characters to be intriguing. An era in history that I was fascinated with. Follett does an excellent job of writing in great detail which paints the picture in your mind. Good vs evil and there was plenty of it.
By TLD2024
Great read!! Didn’t think it would be my type of book but really enjoyed.
By hdjkfncnc
I great read, I laughed, cried, but I could not put it down. One of the best love stores, and good over evil I have ever read 💖
By bdestep
Roller coaster of a page turning masterpiece!
By mindful NP
Genius book filled with history, love stories and fills your imagination of the era!
By Rescue-loganme