- by Daniel Pawlik
Pilla's Reading Corner: Ildefonso Falcones - Cathedral of the Sea
- by Daniel Pawlik
"We are who we are, and nothing will be gained - neither for you, nor for me - by dwelling on how we got here." - Ildefonso Falcones, Cathedral of the Sea
Stone by stone, dragged to the construction site of the Santa Maria del Mar church, are like the successive days and years of the main protagonist, Arnau Estanyol.
A story that begins with Arnau's escape with his father to Barcelona, 14th-century Barcelona, full of brutality, but also offering hope of breaking free from his status (i.e., being a peasant) and achieving something more.
While reading these over 700 pages, we accompany our hero through his entire life, all his ups and downs.
We also accompany the second important protagonist of this novel, which is medieval Barcelona, with its multitude of magical streets, buildings, and historical accuracy.
For me, it's one of the books that inspired me to visit Barcelona and go to the Santa Maria del Mar church to feel "that atmosphere."
And how do other readers perceive this story? Let's check out the opinions and reviews from users on Lubimyczytac.pl:
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I read it a long time ago, it was excellent. I remember reading it in one go. One of my favorite books
Ingersoll123
Rating: 10/10
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Piotr
Rating: 9/10
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A beautifully told story of the lives of two adopted brothers, fictional characters, set against authentic historical events, the development of a magnificent city, and the construction of the cathedral in Barcelona. Reading it was a great adventure and pleasure.
BasiaS
Rating: 9/10
Author: Tomasz Salachna
This is not the only recommendation in our Pilla Reading Corner – check out also:
Pilla Reading Corner: Karl Edward Wagner - "Kane" Cycle
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