Dan Brown's Road to Success: An Unauthorized Biography of the Creator of the Da Vinci Code

Dan Brown's Road to Success: An Unauthorized Biography of the Creator of the Da Vinci Code Review

Dan Brown shocked the world with his fourth novel, The Da Vinci Code. This biography examines Brown's early years, his journey to the top of the New York Times Bestseller List, and his life as the world's number one novelist.

Cracking Da Vinci's Code: You've Read the Fiction, Now Read the Facts

Cracking Da Vinci's Code: You've Read the Fiction, Now Read the Facts Review

The controversy grows with every sale of the bestselling novel. Throughout the contemporary fictional storyline of The Da Vinci Code, author Dan Brown skillfully weaves “historical” assertions intended to shake the very foundations of Christianity: • Was Jesus merely human and not divine? • Did Jesus and Mary Magdalene marry and have children? • Is there a Holy Grail? If so, what is it and where can it be found? CRACKING DA VINCI’S CODE is the long-awaited answer to these and other questions. Authors James L. Garlow and Peter Jones present compelling evidence that Brown’s assertions are not only historically inaccurate, but may also contain a hidden agenda.

Kod da Vinchi [Da Vinci Code] Russian Language

Kod da Vinchi [Da Vinci Code] Russian Language Review

While in Paris on business, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon receives an urgent late-night phone call: the elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum. Near the body, police have found a baffling cipher. While working to solve the enigmatic riddle, Langdon is stunned to discover it leads to a trail of clues hidden in the works of Da Vinci - clues visible for all to see - yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.

Christianity Online: Response to The Da Vinci Code as Impression Management

Christianity Online: Response to The Da Vinci Code as Impression Management Review

The book and movie, The Da Vinci Code, are a cultural phenomenon of the early 21st Century. The book occupied bestseller lists for years and Newsweek magazine deemed the 2006 film version "movie of the year" even before its release. The main storyline smeared the Roman Catholic Church with assertions of secrecy, involvement with murder, and a centuries-long practice of misogyny. It also claimed that Mary Magdalene was the progenitor of the Catholic Church, the wife of Jesus Christ, and that Jesus was not regarded as divine during his lifetime. What may be inconsequential as "fiction" grew more serious for Christian leadership when it became clear after the 2003 book release that the work was challenging the belief system of some Christian faithful. Reactivity grew on the part of Opus Dei-- a Catholic support group depicted in the novel--and various writings appeared on the World Wide Web attempting to debunk the book. The web materials formed a tapestry of information and persuasion about the Da Vinci novel and movie. In the vein of public relations, corporations, agencies and stakeholders use techniques of "impression management" to help negotiate and define perceptions of an issue gone public. The present study employs impression management as a template for understanding how "major Christian religions online" responded, and content-analyzes the messages put forth to deal with public perceptions of The Da Vinci Code. What were the characteristics of these messages? How did they compare to Church reaction toward negative popular fiction of the past, such as 1988's The Last Temptation of Christ? How effective was the Church in addressing public opinion? What could be done more fruitfully in the arena of public relations? The results indicate a generally effective information strategy was employed.

The Da Vinci Code

The Da Vinci Code Review

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With The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown masterfully concocts an intelligent and lucid thriller that marries the gusto of an international murder mystery with a collection of fascinating esoteria culled from 2,000 years of Western history.

A murder in the silent after-hour halls of the Louvre museum reveals a sinister plot to uncover a secret that has been protected by a clandestine society since the days of Christ. The victim is a high-ranking agent of this ancient society who, in the moments before his death, manages to leave gruesome clues at the scene that only his granddaughter, noted cryptographer Sophie Neveu, and Robert Langdon, a famed symbologist, can untangle. The duo become both suspects and detectives searching for not only Neveu's grandfather's murderer but also the stunning secret of the ages he was charged to protect. Mere steps ahead of the authorities and the deadly competition, the mystery leads Neveu and Langdon on a breathless flight through France, England, and history itself. Brown (Angels and Demons) has created a page-turning thriller that also provides an amazing interpretation of Western history. Brown's hero and heroine embark on a lofty and intriguing exploration of some of Western culture's greatest mysteries--from the nature of the Mona Lisa's smile to the secret of the Holy Grail. Though some will quibble with the veracity of Brown's conjectures, therein lies the fun. The Da Vinci Code is an enthralling read that provides rich food for thought. --Jeremy Pugh PREMIUM MASS MARKET EDITION

#1 Worldwide Bestseller—More Than 80 Million Copies Sold

As millions of readers around the globe have already discovered, The Da Vinci Code is a reading experience unlike any other. Simultaneously lightning-paced, intelligent, and intricately layered with remarkable research and detail, Dan Brown's novel is a thrilling masterpiece—from its opening pages to its stunning conclusion.

Before the Da Vinci Code: An Introduction to the Original Encoded Secret Concerning Jesus, Mary, and a Child

Before the Da Vinci Code: An Introduction to the Original Encoded Secret Concerning Jesus, Mary, and a Child Review

While Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code has sparked debate and set the stage for further inquiry, little is known of the biblical and historical precedent for this "Jesus, Mary, and Child" idea.

In fact, the original story, as recorded in the Gospel of John, is even more astounding, controversial, and provocative. Its implications are legion and colossal, for both Christianity and Messianic Judaism.

This Introduction, based on the research presented in Jesus, King of Israel: Samaritan Blood and the Kingdom at Shiloh, offers a glimpse into the world of Jesus and the "Holy Family" he creates.

It explains the overall nature of Jesus' mission in Judea, his relationships with Mary, Lazarus, Martha, and Peter, and the significance of this mysterious child.

Mary Magdalene's symbolic role as the Bride of God is directly associated with her perceived role as the Adulteress - the 'sinful' woman of Samaria. We learn why she was chosen, who she marries (hint...NOT Jesus!), and why she is forbidden to touch Jesus after the crucifixion.

Behind the Jesus-Mary story, however, is a fascinating tale of intrigue, deception, guile, and danger... as Joseph of Arimathea, Nicodemus, and Mary risk their very lives, early one morning at the Pool of Siloam, to ensure Jesus and his son reach the sacred (Samaritan) site of Shiloh.

This short work is offered as a complement to The Da Vinci Code, for those who want to discover the real story behind all the fuss!

Discussing the Da Vinci Code Curriculum Kit : Examining the Issues Raised by the Book and Movie (DVD Included)

Discussing the Da Vinci Code Curriculum Kit : Examining the Issues Raised by the Book and Movie (DVD Included) Review

The Da Vinci Code has captivated millions with its dramatic claims about Christianity. Do the novel and movie unearth explosive facts, or are they merely colorful but inaccurate depictions of ancient events? This first-ever DVD-driven small group study guide stimulates animated discussion over one of today's hottest topics.

Mary of Magdala: What the Da Vinci Code Misses

Mary of Magdala: What the Da Vinci Code Misses Review

The publication of Dan Brown's controversial and bestselling novel, The DaVinci Code, brought to life a spirited debate concerning Mary of Magdalene's true role in the life of Jesus. So who was the real Mary of Magdala--a devoted disciple of Christ, a penitent, or a prostitute?

Mary of Magdala: FACTS THAT THE DAVINCI CODE DOESN'T REVEAL, now revised with a new introduction, is a fascinating examination of the actual written accounts referring to Mary. The result is a portrait of the various images of Mary that have emerged in different guises over the centuries.

This landmark book points out the many distortions and inaccuracies that have resulted in a false portrait of Mary of Magdala as a prostitute. Thompson examines the gospel texts that deal with Mary, as well as the apocryphal gospels and the historical development of devotions to her. What she reveals is a totally different portrait of a woman who dared to be present at the crucifixion of Jesus and at his burial--a compassionate women who was the first to understand something of the resurrection.

In this revised edition, Mary Thompson also examines the issues raised in The DaVinci Code and explores the fallacies that underlie them. MARY OF MAGDALA: FACTS THAT THE DAVINCI CODE DOESN'T REVEAL presents clear and compelling evidence that Mary of Magdala indeed played an important role in the early church as disciple, leader, and apostle.

The Da Vinci Code (Arabic Edition)

The Da Vinci Code (Arabic Edition) Review

While in Paris on business, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon receives an urgent late-night phone call: the elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum. Near the body, police have found a baffling cipher. While working to solve the enigmatic riddle, Langdon is stunned to discover it leads to a trail of clues hidden in the works of Da Vinci -- clues visible for all to see -- yet ingeniously disguised by the painter. Langdon joins forces with a gifted French cryptologist, Sophie Neveu, and learns the late curator was involved in the Priory of Sion -- an actual secret society whose members included Sir Isaac Newton, Botticelli, Victor Hugo, and Da Vinci, among others. In a breathless race through Paris, London, and beyond, Langdon and Neveu match wits with a faceless powerbroker who seems to anticipate their every move. Unless Langdon and Neveu can decipher the labyrinthine puzzle in time, the Priory's ancient secret -- and an explosive historical truth -- will be lost forever.

The Da Vinci Code (Connect Bible Studies)

The Da Vinci Code (Connect Bible Studies) Review

The "Da Vinci Code" has quickly become a worldwide phenomenon, selling over two million copies in the UK and spending over a year on the bestseller lists of the "New York Times". Dan Brown's cleverly constructed novel has Harvard Professor Robert Langdon and French cryptologist Sophie Neveu desperately trying to crack a series of mysterious codes in a race against time to find out the secret of the Holy Grail - a secret so explosive that certain people are prepared to kill for it. We look inside the pages of this enormously successful book and use it as a starting point for thinking about what the Bible has to say about the themes of secret knowledge, symbolism, religious authorities and authentic faith.