The Pillars of the Earth
Ken Follett
Oct 2007 · Kingsbridge Book 1 · Penguin Random House Audio · Narrated by Richard E. Grant
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If you liked the Century Trilogy, you’ll love the “extraordinary...monumental masterpiece” (Booklist) that changed the course of Ken Follett’s already phenomenal career.
“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.
“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.
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November 15, 2018
My review is not negative because of the book, but rather this specific Audiobook. I compared this version to the physical copy I own and there are parts missing from the original. I was very unhappy when I realized this because the description states it is an 'unabridged production". This explains why the book is significantly cheaper than the other option available in the Play Store, but it is still upsetting.
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Jeremy Gottwig
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July 27, 2022
Love this book (read it several times), but this specific audiobook is abridged with no indication of this in the description. Look for the other version if you want the complete book.
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February 24, 2018
I could not put it down. Thoroughly engrossing.
About the author
Ken Follett is one of the world’s most successful authors. More than 160 million copies of the 30 books he has written have been sold in over 80 countries and in 33 languages. Born on June 5, 1949, in Cardiff, Wales, the son of a tax inspector, Ken was educated at state schools and went on to graduate from University College, London, with an honors degree in philosophy. He was made a fellow of the college in 1995. Ken’s project, the Century Trilogy, has sold 19.5 million copies worldwide. The three books tell the story of the twentieth century through five generations on three continents. Ken’s first major success came with the publication of Eye of the Needle in 1978. A World War II thriller set in England, this book earned him the 1979 Edgar Award for Best Novel from the Mystery Writers of America. It remains one of his most popular books. Ken has been active in numerous literacy charities and was the president of Dyslexia Action for ten years. He was the chair of the National Year of Reading, a joint initiative between government and businesses. He is also active in many Stevenage charities and is the president of the Stevenage Community Trust. Ken also set up The Follett Trust, which awards single donations to the arts and in cases of social deprivation and education.
Richard E. Grant is a Swazi English actor, screenwriter, director, and perfumier. He first gained recognition for his performance as Withnail in the classic black comedy Withnail and I. He has appeared in numerous films since then, including Gosford Park, Spice World, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Corpse Bride, and Jackie. In 2006 he helped expose a $98 million scam to sell a bogus AIDS cure with the help of BBC's Newsnight.
Richard E. Grant is a Swazi English actor, screenwriter, director, and perfumier. He first gained recognition for his performance as Withnail in the classic black comedy Withnail and I. He has appeared in numerous films since then, including Gosford Park, Spice World, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Corpse Bride, and Jackie. In 2006 he helped expose a $98 million scam to sell a bogus AIDS cure with the help of BBC's Newsnight.
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