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The spellbinding epic set in twelfth-century England, The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of the lives entwined in the building of the greatest Gothic cathedral the world has ever known — and a struggle between good and evil that will turn church against state, and brother against brother.
Review:
"A seesaw of tension...impeccable pacing...action, intrigue, violence and passion....A novel that entertains, instructs and satisfies on a grand scale!" Publishers Weekly
Review:
"An extraordinary epic buttressed by suspense...a monumental masterpiece...a towering triumph from a major talent!" Booklist
Review:
"Touches all human emotions...truly a novel to get lost in." Cosmopolitan
Review:
"A novel of majesty and power....Will hold you, fascinate you, surround you." Chicago Sun-Times
Review:
"A towering tale...There's murder, arson, treachery, torture, love, and lust...A good time can be had by all." New York Daily News
Synopsis:
As a new age dawns in England's twelfth century, the building of a mighty Gothic cathedral sets the stage for a story of intrigue and power, revenge and betrayal.
Synopsis:
This historical epic is set in 12th-century England and tells the story of Philip, a devout and resourceful monk driven to build the greatest Gothic cathedral the world has known, and those who become intimately involved in the herculean effort.
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Anna Shumaker, March 1, 2012 (view all comments by Anna Shumaker)
I've read this book at least three times and am surprised each time. The scope is amazing and I feel connected to each character which is a huge accomplishment. I love that each time I read it I get the feeling that I am running into old friends again and I'm glad that the book is long enough for me to spend enough time with each of these friends.
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reader99, January 19, 2011 (view all comments by reader99)
I read this book because I wanted to see the mini-series and I always prefer reading the book before seeing a movie. If it wasn't for the mini-series I would have missed a real jewel. I too often read pass my predetermined deadline for stopping because the story continues is so compelling.
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The Pillars of the Earth (Oprah's Book Club Selection #60)
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Reviews:
"Publishers Weekly Review"
by Publishers Weekly,
"A seesaw of tension...impeccable pacing...action, intrigue, violence and passion....A novel that entertains, instructs and satisfies on a grand scale!" Publishers Weekly
"Review"
by Booklist,
"An extraordinary epic buttressed by suspense...a monumental masterpiece...a towering triumph from a major talent!"
"Review"
by Cosmopolitan,
"Touches all human emotions...truly a novel to get lost in."
"Review"
by Chicago Sun-Times,
"A novel of majesty and power....Will hold you, fascinate you, surround you."
"Review"
by New York Daily News,
"A towering tale...There's murder, arson, treachery, torture, love, and lust...A good time can be had by all."
"Synopsis"
by chrisb@powells.com,
As a new age dawns in England's twelfth century, the building of a mighty Gothic cathedral sets the stage for a story of intrigue and power, revenge and betrayal.
"Synopsis"
by Ingram,
This historical epic is set in 12th-century England and tells the story of Philip, a devout and resourceful monk driven to build the greatest Gothic cathedral the world has known, and those who become intimately involved in the herculean effort.
"Synopsis"
by Firebrand,
Make this your next book club selection and everyone saves.
Get 15% off when you order 5 or more of this title for your book club.
Simply enter the coupon code FOLLETPILLARS at checkout.
This offer does not apply to eBook purchases. This offer applies to only one downloadable audio per purchase.
View our Ken Follett feature page.
#LINK<Learn more about The Pillars of the Earth miniseries on Starz.># The spellbinding epic set in twelfth-century England, The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of the lives entwined in the building of the greatest Gothic cathedral the world has ever known—and a struggle between good and evil that will turn church against state, and brother against brother.
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