The Lost Symbol (Robert Langdon, #3)
by Dan Brown
The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown holds a well received rating of 3.66 out of 5, based on 369.4K reader ratings. First published in 2009. The book spans 509 pages.
About The Lost Symbol
WHAT IS LOST...WILL BE FOUNDIn this stunning follow-up to the global phenomenon The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown demonstrates once again why he is the world's most popular thriller writer. The Lost Symbol is a masterstroke of storytelling - a deadly race through a real-world labyrinth of codes, secrets, and unseen truths...all under the watchful eye of Brown's most terrifying villain to date. Set within the hidden chambers, tunnels, and temples of Washington, DC., The Lost Symbol accelerates through a startling landscape toward an unthinkable finale.As the story opens, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is summoned unexpectedly to deliver an evening lecture in the U.S. Capitol Building. Within minutes of his arrival, however, the night takes a bizarre turn. A disturbing object - artfully encoded with five symbols - is discovered in the Capitol Building. Langdon recognizes the object as an ancient invitation...one meant to usher its recipient into a long-lost world of esoteric wisdom.When Langdon's beloved mentor, Peter Solomon - a prominent Mason and philanthropist - is brutally kidnapped, Langdon realizes his only hope of saving Peter is to accept this mystical invitation and follow wherever it leads him. Langdon is instantly into a clandestine world of Masonic secrets, hidden history, and never-before-seen locations - all of which seem to be dragging him toward a single, inconceivable truth.As the world discovered in The Da Vinci Code and Angels & Demons, Dan Brown's novels are brilliant tapestries of veiled histories, arcane symbols, and enigmatic codes. In this new novel, he again challenges readers with an intelligent, lightning-paced story that offers surprises at every turn. The Lost Symbol is exactly what Brown's fans have been waiting for...his most thrilling novel yet.(jacket)
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Dan Brown |
| Published | 2009 |
| Pages | 509 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.66 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 369,428 |
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What genre is The Lost Symbol?
The Lost Symbol is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Lost Symbol worth reading?
Based on 369.4K reader ratings, The Lost Symbol has an average score of 3.66 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Lost Symbol?
The Lost Symbol has 509 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Lost Symbol?
The Lost Symbol was written by Dan Brown. It was first published in 2009.
What is the ISBN for The Lost Symbol?
The ISBN-13 for The Lost Symbol is 9780385504220.0.
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