The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett (Book Analysis)

This practical and insightful reading guide offers a complete summary and analysis of The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett. It provides a thorough exploration of the novel’s plot, characters and main themes, as well as a valuable introduction to the historical background. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.

This clear and detailed 27-page reading guide is structured as follows:

• Biography of Ken Follett
• Presentation of The Pillars of the Earth
• Summary of The Pillars of the Earth
• Character study
  • The Kingsbridge group
  • The powerful group
  • Other characters
• Analysis of The Pillars of the Earth
  • Main theme: the construction of Kingsbridge cathedral
  • The power struggles: the strength of the less powerful
  • A historical background

About The Pillars of the Earth

The Pillars of the Earth is a critically acclaimed novel by the Welsh writer Ken Follett. It traces the history of the construction of the fictional cathedral of Knightsbridge, and in doing so depicts half a century of British history. In this book, Follett seamlessly blends fiction and historical reality, and presents characters from both the religious and secular worlds and from all strata of society.

The Pillars of the Earth was a major international success, and was adapted for television in 2010.

About Ken Follett

Ken Follett is a contemporary Welsh author who specializes in historical and spy novels. His best-known books include The Pillars of the Earth, Winter of the World and Fall of Giants. His historical novels are typically supported by meticulous documentation, and he has been praised for his extensive research on the periods he writes about.

Follett’s books have sold over 150 million copies to date and been translated into numerous languages. He has won several literary prizes and received a number of honorary doctorates.