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The Pillars of the Earth

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The Pillars of the Earth is a historical novel set in 12th‑century England. The story follows the lives of several characters connected to the building of a great cathedral in the fictional town of Kingsbridge.
• Tom Builder dreams of creating a magnificent cathedral, but struggles with poverty and setbacks.
• Prior Philip, a devout monk, wants to strengthen the church and community by supporting the cathedral project.
• Aliena, a noblewoman who loses her family’s wealth, fights to rebuild her life and protect her brother.
• Jack, Tom’s stepson, grows from a curious boy into a skilled architect, playing a key role in the cathedral’s design.
• William Hamleigh, a cruel nobleman, becomes their main enemy, using violence and power to block their progress.

The novel mixes personal struggles, love stories, and political conflicts with the larger theme of faith and ambition. At its heart, it shows how ordinary people’s dreams and determination can shape history, even in times of war and hardship.

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Series Title

The Kingsbridge Novels

Call Number

823.914 Fol t

Publisher

London : Pan Books., 2023

Collation

1087 pp.

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

9781035020157

Classification

823.914

Content Type

text

Media Type

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Carrier Type

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Edition

1st ed.

Subject(s)

Novel
Historical Fiction
Middle Age

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Statement of Responsibility

Ken Follet

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