The Pillars of the Earth

De: Ken Follett

Narrado por: John Lee

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 12th century England, this is Ken Follett's historical masterpiece.

©1989 Ken Follett (P)2007 Penguin Audio, a member of Penguin Group (USA), Inc.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Follett is a master." (The Washington Post)

"A historical novel of gripping readability, authentic atmosphere and detail and memorable characterization." (Publishers Weekly)

Loved this book!

I loved this book--kept my interest the whole way through. Kind of reminded me of Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series. Could definitely tell it was written from a man's point of view though...!

Excellent Story

I really enjoyed the story. Very intriguing and keeps you captivated for the entire book.

Fabulous!

Engrossing, beautifully written, my favorite if Ken Follett's books so far. Characters well developed and endearing. It stays with your soul.

just a great book to listen to<br />

this boom is a great story and was just a fun book to listen to

A must read for anyone interested in medieval history

A Beautiful book. Fabulous characters. Amazing story line. Ken Follet is a genius. Loved it.

Buy this book!

Any additional comments?

A true epic. Ken Follette crafts a beautiful story. John Lee infuses life into the characters and story masterfully. His subtle change in tone for each character enables the listener to get lost in the story. You will start with the intention of listening for a few minutes here and there and find yourself listening for hours on end. Far and away the best audiobook I have every heard when you take into the account the combination of the author and the narrator.

Great story, great narrater, great Characters.

I've read a lot of review and there were a few responses about 40 hrs being too long.
The other point of view....
I have fibromyalgia and spent most of my days in bed bored to death. So when I find a book that has a good story, and a great narrater what a pleasure it is to listen to and makes the days not quit so long.

awesome story well written and well narrated

awesome story well written and well narrated. the ending closed the circle nicely but a bit un-epic.

Classic

I had never even heard of this book before now, but I am so glad that I bought it. It's a great epic adventure where good vs. evil is shown through the greater works of mankind.

Excellent Listen

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This is a very good book....but particularly enjoyable to listen to. John Lee does a fabulous job and I truly became lost in the story.