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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 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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Epic medieval story of faith, ambition, and power.
Who is this book for?
If you're drawn to intricate historical tales with rich characters and grand settings, The Pillars Of The Earth is a perfect pick. Ken Follett masterfully weaves the lives of diverse characters into a sweeping saga that explores the complexities of faith, love, and political intrigue during the medieval period. Fans of detailed storytelling and epic scale will find it hard to put down.
