Extended Summary - The Pillars Of The Earth - Based On The Book By Ken Follett

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EXTENDED SUMMARY 
  
THE PILLARS OF THE EARTH 
BASED ON THE BOOK BY KEN FOLLETT 
  
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CONTENT 
A Builder's Ambition (1123-1136) 
The Journey Begins (1136) 
Monastic Intrigue and the Election of a Prior 
Betrayal and Violence at Earlscastle 
The Fire of Kingsbridge and Rebuilding 
A Clash of Wills and the Loss of Love 
Political Maneuvering and Shifting Alliances 
The Struggle for Power and Wealth 
Love and Loss Amidst Chaos 
General Analysis 
  
ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
Ken Follett's "The Pillars of the Earth" is a historical novel set in 12th-century England, where the construction of a magnificent cathedral becomes the central focus of the story. The narrative follows the intertwining lives of various characters, including Tom Builder, a master stonemason, and Prior Philip, the leader of the Kingsbridge priory, who seek to create an architectural masterpiece amidst political and religious turmoil. The story also explores themes of love, loss, ambition, and societal constraints, as characters like Jack and Aliena navigate their complex relationships and struggle against the limitations of their time. The construction of the cathedral serves as a backdrop for tales of power struggles, betrayals, and the resilience of the human spirit, offering a view of the social, political, and religious forces shaping the era.

Duration: 25 minutes (00:25:24)
Publishing date: 2025-01-30; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —