La storia segue la costruzione di una cattedrale gotica nell'Inghilterra del XII secolo, intrecciando le vite di personaggi indimenticabili come il monaco Philip, l'architetto Tom Builder e la coraggiosa Aliena in un'epoca di guerre e intrighi politici. Questo romanzo storico è un'avventura epica che ti tiene incollato alle pagine per tutte le sue mille e più pagine senza mai annoiarti. Ken Follett riesce a ricreare perfettamente l'atmosfera medievale con una ricchezza di dettagli straordinaria e personaggi così vivi che sembrano reali. È un libro che ti fa vivere un'esperienza di lettura totale, dove storia, amore, ambizione e fede si mescolano in un racconto appassionante e indimenticabile. Un capolavoro assoluto che dimostra come un romanzo storico possa essere allo stesso tempo educativo e tremendamente avvincente!
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Ken Follett, renowned for his suspenseful storytelling, crafts a magnificent tale set in twelfth-century England, where a monk embarks on the ambitious quest to construct the greatest Gothic cathedral. This narrative is rich with intrigue, fast-paced action, and passionate romance, all set against the backdrop of feudal society. Follett vividly recreates the vibrant yet harsh realities of medieval life, from vast forests to walled towns and imposing castles. The story intricately weaves together the lives of compelling characters: Tom, the master builder; Aliena, a beautiful noblewoman; Philip, the prior of Kingsbridge; Jack, the talented stone artist; and Ellen, a mysterious woman from the forest. Each character, from humble stonemason to powerful monarch, is vividly portrayed, drawing readers into their dreams, struggles, and relationships. At the heart of the drama lies the cathedral's construction, showcasing the eerie artistry of unschooled stonemasons. Surrounding this monumental endeavor are themes of betrayal, revenge, and love, beginning with the public execution of an innocent man and culminating in the downfall of a king. Follett's storytelling captures the essence of an era filled with ambition and conflict, making for an unforgettable reading experience.
Acquisto del libro
Die Säulen der Erde, Ken Follett, Ernst Jacobi, Sophie von Kessel, Gisela Trowe
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 1999
Metodi di pagamento
- Titolo
- Die Säulen der Erde
- Lingua
- Tedesco
- Editore
- WDR
- Pubblicato
- 1999
- ISBN10
- 3785710380
- ISBN13
- 9783785710388
- Tag
- Narrativa, Prosa storica, Temi religiosi, Architettura, Amore, Famiglia, Inghilterra, Medioevo, Letteratura inglese, Chiesa, Intrighi, Aristocrazia, nobiltà, Chiese e cattedrali, Adattato in una serie, XII secolo, Monaci, Imperatrice Matilde (Maud), 1102-1167
- Prima pubblicazione
- 1989
- Titolo originale
- The Pillars of the Earth
- Valutazione
- 4,45 su 5
- Descrizione
- Ken Follett, renowned for his suspenseful storytelling, crafts a magnificent tale set in twelfth-century England, where a monk embarks on the ambitious quest to construct the greatest Gothic cathedral. This narrative is rich with intrigue, fast-paced action, and passionate romance, all set against the backdrop of feudal society. Follett vividly recreates the vibrant yet harsh realities of medieval life, from vast forests to walled towns and imposing castles. The story intricately weaves together the lives of compelling characters: Tom, the master builder; Aliena, a beautiful noblewoman; Philip, the prior of Kingsbridge; Jack, the talented stone artist; and Ellen, a mysterious woman from the forest. Each character, from humble stonemason to powerful monarch, is vividly portrayed, drawing readers into their dreams, struggles, and relationships. At the heart of the drama lies the cathedral's construction, showcasing the eerie artistry of unschooled stonemasons. Surrounding this monumental endeavor are themes of betrayal, revenge, and love, beginning with the public execution of an innocent man and culminating in the downfall of a king. Follett's storytelling captures the essence of an era filled with ambition and conflict, making for an unforgettable reading experience.