Cathedral

Name: Cathedral
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781787703629
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By Ben Hopkins

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Cathedral by Ben Hopkins is a sweeping tale set in the Middle Ages, revolving around the complex and intertwining lives of various characters connected to the construction of a grand cathedral in the fictional city of Hagenburg. The narrative explores the ambitions, conflicts, and social dynamics of individuals ranging from labourers to clergy, weaving a rich tapestry of medieval life. The story delves into themes of power, faith, and human perseverance amidst the backdrop of an architectural marvel and societal transformation.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy intricately woven tales of ambition, faith, and power set against the backdrop of the Middle Ages. It offers rich character development and an engaging narrative that explores the construction of a grand cathedral and the interconnected lives of those involved, drawing readers into the social and political intricacies of the time.

A sweeping story about obsession, mysticism, art, and earthly desire.

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At the centre of this story is the Cathedral. Its design and construction in the 12th and 13th centuries in the fictional town of Hagenburg unites a vast array of unforgettable characters whose fortunes are inseparable from the shifting political factions and economic interests vying for supremacy. From the bishop to his treasurer to local merchants and lowly stonecutters, everyone, even the town's Jewish denizens, is implicated and affected by the slow rise of Hagenburg's Cathedral, which in no way enforces morality or charity.

Around this narrative core, Ben Hopkins has constructed his own monumental edifice, a choral novel that is rich with the vicissitudes of mercantilism, politics, religion, and human enterprise. Ambitious and immersive, Cathedral is a remarkable feat of imagination, deftly combining historical fiction, the literary novel of ideas, and a tale of adventure and intrigue.

Fans of authors like Umberto Eco, Elif Shafak, Hilary Mantel, Ken Follett, and Jose Saramago will delight at the atmosphere, the beautiful prose, and the vivid characters of Ben Hopkins's Cathedral.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Cathedral by Ben Hopkins has received praise for its beautiful writing and insightful exploration of human characters and their desires. It is noted for being engrossing and thoughtfully examining human frailty. Reviewers appreciate the novel's ability to present big ideas through the lens of individual lives, making it feel vibrant and engaging despite its length. The book's sweeping narrative and detailed depiction of a medieval city are seen as impressive accomplishments.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787703629

Publisher: Europa Editions (UK) Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Europa Editions (UK) Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 624

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About the Author

Ben Hopkins is a prize-winning screenwriter, film-maker and novelist. He has lived in London and Istanbul and now lives in Berlin. His films include features and shorts, fiction and documentary, and have won awards at festivals such as Berlin, Locarno, Antalya and Toronto Hot Docs.