The Pillars of the Earth
Ken Follett
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at 250 WPM10h 40m
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The Pillars of the Earth
by Ken Follett
Published
1991
Publisher
Modan
Pages
640
Description
The Pillars of the Earth is a historical novel by Welsh author Ken Follett published in 1989 about the building of a cathedral in the fictional town of Kingsbridge, England. Set in the 12th century, the novel covers the time between the sinking of the White Ship and the murder of Thomas Becket, but focuses primarily on the Anarchy. The book traces the development of Gothic architecture out of the preceding Romanesque architecture, and the fortunes of the Kingsbridge priory and village against the backdrop of historical events of the time. ---------- See also: - [The Pillars of the Earth: 1/2](https://openlibrary.org/works/OL23632562W) - [The Pillars of the Earth: 2/2](https://openlibrary.org/works/OL23632516W)
Subjects
White Ship
How to survive the Titanic or, the Sinking of J. Bruce Ismay
HMHS Britannic
Titanic and her sisters Olympic & Britannic
Falling star
The riddle of the Titanic
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Pillars of the Earth?
This edition of The Pillars of the Earth has approximately 640 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Pillars of the Earth?
For most readers, The Pillars of the Earth typically takes between 13h 20m and 8h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 160,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 10h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 22 days • Estimated word count: 160,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Pillars of the Earth?
The estimated word count for The Pillars of the Earth is approximately 160,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Pillars of the Earth?
The Pillars of the Earth was written by Ken Follett.
When was The Pillars of the Earth published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1991. The original work may have been published on a different date.