I read many of the first reviews on Pillars of the Earth. I'm far from being as well versed in writing such eloquently about the series as many others.
However, I am very pleased with this series. I was saddened that The Tudors ended, especially ending so weakly as it did. The British have a history of covering up their rulers indiscretions, to portray them as upstanding examples of humanity. I still enjoyed watching the history unfold every week.
Pillars of the Earth was more realistic and believable without all the exaggerations. Perhaps it's because I could relate to the lives of the common folks who are the real backbone of any country. Since I began genealogical research, I find history more fascinating as my ancestors lived during those eras, and some even participated in making that history, or helped shape those Pillars of the Earth.
I look forward to more episodes to savor each week to come. I have not read the books, mostly due to schedules that kept me from taking advantage of some down time. Perhaps now that I have more time on my hands, I will explore the avenues of literature again. It's been too many years away from that pleasure.
I'm sure I will find the books quite satisfying, along with the future series.
However, I am very pleased with this series. I was saddened that The Tudors ended, especially ending so weakly as it did. The British have a history of covering up their rulers indiscretions, to portray them as upstanding examples of humanity. I still enjoyed watching the history unfold every week.
Pillars of the Earth was more realistic and believable without all the exaggerations. Perhaps it's because I could relate to the lives of the common folks who are the real backbone of any country. Since I began genealogical research, I find history more fascinating as my ancestors lived during those eras, and some even participated in making that history, or helped shape those Pillars of the Earth.
I look forward to more episodes to savor each week to come. I have not read the books, mostly due to schedules that kept me from taking advantage of some down time. Perhaps now that I have more time on my hands, I will explore the avenues of literature again. It's been too many years away from that pleasure.
I'm sure I will find the books quite satisfying, along with the future series.