{"product_id":"the-pillars-of-the-earth-8","title":"The pillars of the earth by Ken Follett","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ku2p7\" data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"174\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"749\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"202\"\u003eThe Pillars of the Earth\u003c\/em\u003e (1989) is a historical epic set in 12th-century England, centering around the decades-long construction of a magnificent Gothic cathedral in the fictional town of \u003cstrong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"381\"\u003eKingsbridge\u003c\/strong\u003e. Spanning over 50 years, the novel intertwines the lives of a diverse cast of characters—from the visionary mason \u003cstrong data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"511\"\u003eTom Builder\u003c\/strong\u003e and the resourceful monk \u003cstrong data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"553\"\u003ePrior Philip\u003c\/strong\u003e, to the ambitious noblewoman \u003cstrong data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"593\"\u003eAliena\u003c\/strong\u003e and her lover, \u003cstrong data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"617\"\u003eJack\u003c\/strong\u003e, a gifted architect. Their personal struggles are set against the backdrop of political intrigue, feudal conflict, famine, and war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eAs the cathedral rises stone by stone, so too do the ambitions, betrayals, and transformations of those involved. The novel explores themes of perseverance, justice, love, and the clash between faith and power. With vivid historical detail and sweeping narrative, Follett brings medieval society to life—revealing both its brutality and its humanity. \u003cem data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eThe Pillars of the Earth\u003c\/em\u003e is not only a story about architecture but a deeply human saga of resilience, revenge, and redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14s5pwe\" data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003eAbout the Author — \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"2046\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003eKen Follett\u003c\/strong\u003e (born 1949) is a bestselling Welsh author known for his gripping thrillers and meticulously researched historical novels. He gained early fame with spy novels like \u003cem data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003eEye of the Needle\u003c\/em\u003e but reached global acclaim with \u003cem data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eThe Pillars of the Earth\u003c\/em\u003e, which marked a shift to epic historical fiction. The novel became an international phenomenon, spawning two sequels (\u003cem data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eWorld Without End\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003eA Column of Fire\u003c\/em\u003e) and a popular TV adaptation. Follett’s work is characterized by strong storytelling, rich historical settings, and intricate plots that span generations. Over a career spanning more than four decades, he has sold over 180 million copies worldwide, establishing himself as one of the most successful and respected popular fiction writers of his time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45556194345217,"sku":"31KUYB3LT-Used","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/ken_a983d54e-0d78-456c-9a71-3a13bd6d1649.jpg?v=1725101839","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/the-pillars-of-the-earth-8","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}