The Pillars of the Earth

H.B.O. broadcasted Rome about the transition between Republic and Empire.

Henri VIII was, on Showtime, the hero of The Tudors.
Starz, another US cable channel, has chosen The Pillars of the Earth as their lead program last summer.

The scene takes place during the 12th century. The story is based on Ken Follett's best seller.
How was daily life in a monastery ?
How did a cathedral become a power issue ?