Of The Earth | Pillars

: The sinking of King Henry I’s heir, which sparked the succession crisis.

: A master mason who dreams of building the greatest cathedral in the world to secure his legacy and provide for his family. Pillars Of The Earth

While the characters are fictional, the novel integrates real historical events and figures to create an "authentic atmosphere": : The sinking of King Henry I’s heir,

: An artist in stone and Tom’s stepson, whose brilliance eventually helps complete the cathedral's innovative design. Pillars Of The Earth