The Pillars of the Earth

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Ken Follett: The Pillars of the Earth (2010, Signet)

Mass Market Paperback

English language

Published June 29, 2010 by Signet.

ISBN:
978-0-451-23281-6
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OCLC Number:
645502245

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4 stars (4 reviews)

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. It is in this rich tapestry, where kings and queens are corrupt - and one majestic creation will bond them forever.

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The Pillars of the Earth – re-read after more than 30 years

4 stars

Content warning Contains some spoilers.

reviewed Die Säulen der Erde by Ken Follett

Die Säulen der Erde – nach über 30 Jahren nochmal gelesen

4 stars

Content warning Enthält Spoiler.

A really enjoyable read

5 stars

It’s a long time since I struggled to put a book down. More than once I just had to continue reading into the early hours to find out what happened next.

This book was a roller coaster of emotions and events that highlighted the violence, greed, passions, revenge of the main protagonists. It also really portrayed the ebb and flow of power and influence that royalty and religion had against each other, as well as the poor peasants who were caught in the middle.

A really enjoyable read and I can see why this book is one of Ken Follett’s all time best sellers.