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    The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
    The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
    The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide
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    The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown (Book Analysis): Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

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    Unlock the more straightforward side of The Da Vinci Code with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!

    This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown, a global bestseller that has been the object of many controversies. In this esoteric thriller, readers follow Robert Langdon, a university professor, as he unravels the course of history to unveil the mystery of the Holy Grail, in a gripping chase that leads him from secret societies to religious conspiracies. It has faced great controversy due to its religious references and has been denounced by many Christians as an attack on Catholicism. Nonetheless, it is a global literary phenomenon and has been translated into 44 languages as well as being adapted for the big screen. Brown's novels are all thrillers in which the action plays out over 24-hours, making for an excited and fast-paced read. 

    Find out everything you need to know about The Da Vinci Code in a fraction of the time!

    This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
       • A complete plot summary
       • Character studies
       • Key themes and symbols
       • Questions for further reflection

    Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
    Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.

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    PublisherBrightSummaries.com
    Release dateDec 21, 2015
    ISBN9782806273260
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      The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown (Book Analysis) - Bright Summaries

      American writer

      Born in Exeter (New Hampshire) in 1964

      Notable works:

      Angels & Demons (2000), noel

      The Da Vinci code (2003), novel

      The Lost Symbol (2009), novel

      He graduated in Art and Literature at Amherst College and The Philipps Exeter Academy (New Hampshire). In 1997, he tried his hand at writing and published his first novel, Digital Fortress (1998), which was a testimony to his interest in codes and conspiracies, which would become recurrent themes throughout his works. But it was not until The Da Vinci Code (2003), second volume in his trilogy (with Angels & Demons in 2000 and The Lost Symbol in 2009) dedicated to Robert Langdon, a professor of religious symbolism, that he achieved true success and became recognized as a bestselling author throughout the world.

      A bestseller focused on religious symbols

      Genre: novel

      Reference edition: Brown, D. (2003) The Da Vinci Code. [Online]. [Accessed 24 November 2015]. Available from: <http://tikaboo.com/library/davincicode.pdf>

      First edition: 2003

      Themes: Grail, art, investigation, suspense, mystery, symbols, religion

      Published in 2003,

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