- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: Pocket Books; Original edition (Dec 8 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1416523669
- ISBN-13: 978-1416523666
- Product Dimensions: 22.8 x 18.1 x 1.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 481 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #303,445 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Rich in world history and political power, veiled in secrecy, and rife with rituals and arcane symbols -- from art and architecture to the images that adorn our currency -- the Freemasons arose from ambiguous origins centuries ago to play a major role in drafting the initial documents of the United States, and even in constructing the intricate landscape of Washington, D.C., itself a virtual mystery by design. These puzzles lay the foundation for Dan Brown's serpentine thriller, The Lost Symbol, and also raise provocative questions. Why do some Masonic symbols remain obscured, while others are hidden in plain sight? Which presidents were the embodiments of Masonic ideals? What is the significance of the construction of the Library of Congress, Washington National Cathedral, the Washington Monument, the Capitol, and the physical layout of Washington, D.C.'s roadways and cul-de-sacs? And to what secretive end do they all lead?
Now millions of curious fans can follow Robert Langdon step-by-step, and discover for themselves the answers to the absorbing conundrums posed by The Lost Symbol in this comprehensive, fully illustrated, and intricately detailed tour of the arcana of Washington, D.C. It takes readers through the enigmatic codes, captivating trivia, unfathomable riddles, intriguing records, historic maps, ciphers, and conspiracies of the phenomenal bestseller. What's more, it reveals the fascinating details of a world of unknown locales, mysticism, intrigue, and secret societies -- all of which lie in the shadow of The Lost Symbol.
About the Author
John Weber is the publisher at Welcome Rain. He edited The Tao Of Bada Bing: Words Of Wisdom From The Sopranos with Chuck Kim, and The World According To Rummy. He has packaged or published several bestsellers including A Monk Swimming by Malachy McCourt, Love Letters by Michelle Lovric. He lives in Brooklyn, NY.
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An Illustrated Guide to The Lost Symbol,
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A good companion to The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown An Illustrated Guide to The Lost Symbol
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Following the thread of Freemasonry through history,
By Daryl Roberts - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: An Illustrated Guide to The Lost Symbol (Paperback)
Fascinating collection of essays organized in a very thoughtful progression, that addresses the unfolding questions about the historical basis of the legends at the root of Freemasonry, reaching back to the early myths about Hiram Abiff & the Temple of Solomon, making a case that Freemasonry provided cover for reconstitution of the remainder of the Knights Templar in the middle ages, & a most intriguing proposition that the involvement in Freemasonry by officers on both sides during the Revolutionary War, as well as the Civil War, factored into the outcomes. Exploration of these kind of themes with original sources & high grade commentary, along with the rich graphics & photos of relevant sites, provides an intellectual excursion far more interesting than the pot-boiler it is intended to accompany. I really appreciated inclusion of pieces by Robert Graves, Manly P. Hall, Baigent & Leigh, Francis Bacon, Joseph Campbell & Bill Moyers, Umberto Eco, & Michael Bober.
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ESSENTIAL!,
By Elliot Rosewater "Bookie" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: An Illustrated Guide to The Lost Symbol (Paperback)
I bought this guide in an attempt to further understand (and continue my fascination with) the Lost Symbol. It did not dissapoint! Great pictures to show all of the things I NEEDED to see!Thank you! 20 of 26 people found the following review helpful
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A Guide to the Lost Symbol and MUCH more,
By Charles L. DeFanti Jr. "Professor Emeritus of... - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: An Illustrated Guide to The Lost Symbol (Paperback)
This is a gorgeous book which serves as much more than a mere "guide" to Dan Brown's latest opus. "An Illustrated Guide to the Lost Symbol" is a stand-alone study of the entire history of Masonry, beautifully illustrated, with searching essays by leading scholars and Masons, all of whom labor to shed light on various aspects of the world's most famous and influential sodality. I don't need to add that the writing throughout is much better than Dan Brown's. Anyone who has ever been curious about Masonry, even Masons themselves, will be richly rewarded by this collection.
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