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The Lost Symbol |  | Author: Dan Brown
Publisher: Doubleday Books
Category: Book
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Rating:  1771 reviews
Sales Rank: 5
Media: Hardcover
Edition: First Edition
Pages: 528
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.7
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 6.1 x 1.7
ISBN: 0385504225
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9780385504225
ASIN: 0385504225
Publication Date: September 15, 2009
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Product Description
New Novel by Dan Brown, author of Digital Fortress, Da Vinci Code, Angels and Demons, and Breaking Point. Supposedly with content on the Mormons and on Freemasonry! New adventures of Robert Langdon.
Amazon.com Review
Let's start with the question every Dan Brown fan wants answered: Is The Lost Symbol as good as The Da Vinci Code? Simply put, yes. Brown has mastered the art of blending nail-biting suspense with random arcana (from pop science to religion), and The Lost Symbol is an enthralling mix. And what a dazzling accomplishment that is, considering that rabid fans and skeptics alike are scrutinizing every word.
The Lost Symbol begins with an ancient ritual, a shadowy enclave, and of course, a secret. Readers know they are in Dan Brown territory when, by the end of the first chapter, a secret within a secret is revealed. To tell too much would ruin the fun of reading this delicious thriller, so you will find no spoilers here. Suffice it to say that as with many series featuring a recurring character, there is a bit of a formula at work (one that fans will love). Again, brilliant Harvard professor Robert Langdon finds himself in a predicament that requires his vast knowledge of symbology and superior problem-solving skills to save the day. The setting, unlike other Robert Langdon novels, is stateside, and in Brown's hands Washington D.C. is as fascinating as Paris or Vatican City (note to the D.C. tourism board: get your "Lost Symbol" tour in order). And, as with other Dan Brown books, the pace is relentless, the revelations many, and there is an endless parade of intriguing factoids that will make you feel like you are spending the afternoon with Robert Langdon and the guys from Mythbusters.
Nothing is as it seems in a Robert Langdon novel, and The Lost Symbol itself is no exception--a page-turner to be sure, but Brown also challenges his fans to open their minds to new information. Skeptical? Imagine how many other thrillers would spawn millions of Google searches for noetic science, superstring theory, and Apotheosis of Washington. The Lost Symbol is brain candy of the best sort--just make sure to set aside time to enjoy your meal. --Daphne Durham
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 Lost Symbol entertaining and thought provoking November 23, 2009
Anna
Lost Symbol is a real page turner. The story is well paced although it does get a bit wordy in the middle. Also at times the story gets rather jumbled between past and present. That said, the setting of Washington D.C. is genius. Considering our economic times, what better way to get Americans more interested in the history of their country. The story ends with our hero Robert Langdon saving the day of course. However, the readers own interpretation of the story begins the last fifty pages. The final chapters will provoke deep thought and controversy. But then, that is what has made Dan Brown famous! A must read for anyone who enjoys a good thriller.
 Lost Symbol November 23, 2009
Stacie A. Miller
Great book, It was not as good as Angels and Demons, or the Danvi Code but a good read
Entertaining Read November 23, 2009
George Doria-Medina (Los Angeles)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The book follows his previous work in that it provides interesting factual information weaved into the story. The result is a book that is a page turner and you are rewarded with a few bits of knowledge that you get to keep. The only criticism I would have is that the story ended about 100 pages before the book did. The last part could have been left out of the story entirely or included in an epilogue for those who would be interested in a few more interesting factoids and philosophical ideas. So far Dan has used the his knowledge and imagination about the masons and the templars to write two wonderful books, I look forward to any future books... maybe involving the Sumarian's? or other ancient civilization as a natural progression to his writing style and interest.
 sorry, but this is not a good book in any way at all November 23, 2009
Robert Buchanan (robuc1)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
i loved da vinci code, but this is an attempt to rekindle that fire, and what it ends up with is a bunch of smoke and mirrors. once that part clears up you're at the end of the book, praying for some sense of recovery, but noooooo. it ends just as bad. i'm a very positive person, and usually find the good in most things. there's very little of that here.
The Lost Symbol is a great read. November 23, 2009
L. Herman (Hudson, Ohio)
Wow. Dan Brown just keeps getting better. There were a couple of times I was absolutely shocked with what he had written. I couldn't imagine where he would go next, but he pulled it off brilliantly.
What I especially liked about this book was the fact it was based in D.C. So when I visit there I can actually go see some of the artwork and statuary he was refereing to. Although the Da Vinci code was great, I don't expect to ever get to those landmarks in France that he talked about.
The background on the Mason's was fascinating too. Don't know how accurate his explanations are, but I'll bet the basics are pretty close, although I imagine the biggest secrets are not quite as he explained it.
Great read though. I sure enjoyed it.
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