A Place Called Freedom: A Vast, Thrilling Work of Historical Fiction From the Author of The Pillars of the Earth
Sep 2008 · Pan Macmillan
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‘Ken Follett can't write a bad book’ – Stephen King
International no. 1 bestselling author Ken Follett weaves a magnificent tale of the turbulent mid-18th century in A Place Called Freedom. Two people, divided by class, are united in their courage, rebellion and search for freedom . . .
A Life of Poverty
Scotland, 1767. Mack McAsh is a slave by birth, destined for a cruel and harsh life as a miner. But as a man of principles and courage, he has the strength to stand up for what he believes in, only to be labelled as a rebel and enemy of the state.
A Life of Wealth
Life feels just as constrained for rebellious Lizzie Hallim, as she struggles with the less cruel circumstances of wealth and privilege. Fiercely independent, she is engaged to a man she doesn’t care for, a landlord’s son and heir to an exploitative business empire.
A Search for Freedom
Lizzie finds herself helping Mack after he becomes a fugitive. Separated by class but bound by their yearning for freedom, they escape to London. True freedom, though, lies further afield, in a new life that awaits across the Atlantic Ocean . . .
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Praise for Ken Follett:
‘There's a reason he's a bestseller - he can tell a story’ – The Times
‘Effortlessly engaging and entertaining’ – Daily Mail
‘Follett is masterly in conveying so much drama and historical information so vividly’ – The Scotsman
‘Extraordinarily satisfying . . . truly suspenseful’ – Los Angeles Times
International no. 1 bestselling author Ken Follett weaves a magnificent tale of the turbulent mid-18th century in A Place Called Freedom. Two people, divided by class, are united in their courage, rebellion and search for freedom . . .
A Life of Poverty
Scotland, 1767. Mack McAsh is a slave by birth, destined for a cruel and harsh life as a miner. But as a man of principles and courage, he has the strength to stand up for what he believes in, only to be labelled as a rebel and enemy of the state.
A Life of Wealth
Life feels just as constrained for rebellious Lizzie Hallim, as she struggles with the less cruel circumstances of wealth and privilege. Fiercely independent, she is engaged to a man she doesn’t care for, a landlord’s son and heir to an exploitative business empire.
A Search for Freedom
Lizzie finds herself helping Mack after he becomes a fugitive. Separated by class but bound by their yearning for freedom, they escape to London. True freedom, though, lies further afield, in a new life that awaits across the Atlantic Ocean . . .
***
Praise for Ken Follett:
‘There's a reason he's a bestseller - he can tell a story’ – The Times
‘Effortlessly engaging and entertaining’ – Daily Mail
‘Follett is masterly in conveying so much drama and historical information so vividly’ – The Scotsman
‘Extraordinarily satisfying . . . truly suspenseful’ – Los Angeles Times
‘Ken Follett can't write a bad book’ – Stephen King
International no. 1 bestselling author Ken Follett weaves a magnificent tale of the turbulent mid-18th century in A Place Called Freedom. Two people, divided by class, are united in their courage, rebellion and search for freedom . . .
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February 13, 2019
I love period novels and this is right up there. The best for me is Pillars of the Earth, but this, despite being a lighter read, is just as gripping and enjoyable
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Bacsha Fakier
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November 17, 2017
Good story, but somewhat slower paced. More of a leisure read. Great historical context and descriptions though. I enjoyed that very much.
Kevin Brown
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May 18, 2016
Not Ken's best, but he writes a good story.
About the author
Ken Follett was born in Cardiff, Wales. Barred from watching films and television by his parents, he developed an early interest in reading thanks to a local library. After studying philosophy at University College London, he became involved in centre-left politics, entering into journalism soon after. His first thriller, the wartime spy drama Eye of the Needle, became an international bestseller and has sold over 10 million copies. He then astonished everyone with his first historical novel, The Pillars of the Earth, the story of the building of a medieval cathedral, which went on to become one of the most beloved books of the twentieth century. One of the most popular authors in the world, his many books, including the Kingsbridge series and the Century trilogy, have sold more than 178 million copies. A father and husband, Ken lives with his wife in England and enjoys travelling the world when he can.
Ken Follett was born in Cardiff, Wales. Barred from watching films and television by his parents, he developed an early interest in reading thanks to a local library. After studying philosophy at University College London, he became involved in centre-left politics, entering into journalism soon ...
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