Kingsbridge Series 5 Books collection set: The Pillars of the Earth, World Without End, A Column of Fire ,The Evening and the Morning & The Armour of Light

by Ken Follett

Embark on an epic journey through centuries of English history with the Ken Follett Kingsbridge Series 5-Book Collection Set. This masterfully crafted box set

The Pillars of the Earth – Set in 12th-century England, this novel chronicles the building of a cathedral in the fictional town of Kingsbridge amidst political turmoil and social upheaval. World Without End – Continuing two centuries later, it follows the descendants of the original characters as they navigate the challenges of the Black Death and the Hundred Years' War. A Column of Fire – Set in the 16th century, this story delves into the era of Queen Elizabeth I, exploring themes of religious conflict and political intrigue. The Evening and the Morning – A prequel to the series, it takes readers back to the end of the Dark Ages, depicting the origins of Kingsbridge. The Armour of Light – The latest installment, set during the Industrial Revolution, portrays the societal transformations and challenges of the era. Key

Comprehensive Spanning from the Dark Ages to the Industrial Revolution, offering a panoramic view of English history. Rich Character Deeply developed characters whose lives intertwine across generations. Historical Meticulously researched settings and events that bring history to life. Engaging Intricate plots filled with drama, romance, and suspense. Why Readers Love This

Ken Follett's Kingsbridge series is renowned for its immersive storytelling and historical depth. Readers are captivated by the intricate plots, compelling characters, and the vivid portrayal of historical events. This collection is a must-have for fans of historical fiction and epic sagas.

Genres: Fiction

4600 pages, Paperback

Published September 25, 2023

About the author

Ken Follett is one of the world’s most successful authors. Over 170 million copies of the 36 books he has written have been sold in over 80 countries and in 33 languages.

Born on June 5th, 1949 in Cardiff, Wales, the son of a tax inspector, Ken was educated at state schools and went on to graduate from University College, London, with an Honours degree in Philosophy – later to be made a Fellow of the College in 1995.

He started his career as a reporter, first with his hometown newspaper the South Wales Echo and then with the London Evening News. Subsequently, he worked for a small London publishing house, Everest Books, eventually becoming Deputy Managing Director.

Ken’s first major success came with the publication of Eye of the Needle in 1978. A World War II thriller set in England, this book earned him the 1979 Edgar Award for Best Novel from the Mystery Writers of America. It remains one of Ken’s most popular books.

In 1989, Ken’s epic novel about the building of a medieval cathedral, The Pillars of the Earth, was published. It reached number one on best-seller lists everywhere and was turned into a major television series produced by Ridley Scott, which aired in 2010. World Without End, the sequel to The Pillars of the Earth, proved equally popular when it was published in 2007.

Ken’s new book, The Evening and the Morning, will be published in September 2020. It is a prequel to The Pillars of the Earth and is set around the year 1,000, when Kingsbridge was an Anglo-Saxon settlement threatened by Viking invaders.

Ken has been active in numerous literacy charities and was president of Dyslexia Action for ten years. He was chair of the National Year of Reading, a joint initiative between government and businesses. He is also active in many Stevenage charities and is President of the Stevenage Community Trust and Patron of Home-Start Hertfordshire.

Ken, who loves music almost as much as he loves books, is an enthusiastic bass guitar player. He lives in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, with his wife Barbara, the former Labour Member of Parliament for Stevenage. Between them they have five children, six grandchildren and two Labradors.

Reviews

[David Kirk · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series begs the use of only a range of one to five stars. For the sheer joy of reading, the series is definitely on the short list of good writing. The author does excellent research on the time frame of each book, bringing the reader directly into that world. No specific plot, just day-to-day experiences as the characters pursue their lives. A strength of the series is that, while it is generally advantageous to read the books in sequence, there is little to tie them together, allowing each book to stand on its own merits. While the first book, The Pillars of the Earth, had the visual aspect of a cathedral, my favorite was the third book, A Column of Fire. I liked because it propelled the reader, not just into that era, but also into the challenges of just staying alive with prejudices at the time. The only book that seemed too removed to be part of the series was The Armour of Light. This was almost a century later and, other than being in the locality, was a separate story entirely. Its strength lay in the story, and also in that it introduces the reader to the political and technology issues of the day. I loved these books, and have already read several twice. :)

[Amy_Frizbarr · Rating 5 out of 5]

A brilliant masterpiece, Ken Follett has done it again.

[Laurent Rousseau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Formidable roman qui retrace la vie moyenâgeuse , sur plusieurs génération d’un village anglais

[Liz Carey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the Kingsbridge series. Beautifully imagined you are taken back in time through centuries of history.
Would recommend.