The Pillars of the Earth
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Main Ideas
- The struggle for power and influence in medieval England
- The construction of the cathedral as a metaphor for human aspirations and dreams
- The conflict between good and evil, honesty and greed
- The complexity of human relationships against the backdrop of historical events
- The influence of religion and faith on society
- The pursuit of knowledge and progress in dark times

Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Last updated: 13 July 2024
———The Pillars of the Earth
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Genre: Historical novel