: Langdon teams up with Peter’s sister, Katherine Solomon , a scientist in the field of Noetic science, while being pursued by CIA Director Inoue Sato . Major Themes & Concepts
: Through Katherine Solomon’s work, the novel explores the idea that human consciousness can physically affect matter—a blend of ancient mysticism and modern scientific research.
: It highlights the " Apotheosis of Washington ," a fresco in the Capitol Rotunda that depicts George Washington as a god-like figure, symbolizing the "perfecting" of the human mind. Quick Facts The Lost Symbol
is a fast-paced thriller by Dan Brown that explores the hidden history of Washington, D.C., and the world of Freemasonry. It is the third novel featuring Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon , following Angels & Demons and The Da Vinci Code . Plot Overview
: The book focuses heavily on the rituals, symbols, and history of the Freemasons, including their influence on the founding of the United States and iconic landmarks like the Washington Monument. : Langdon teams up with Peter’s sister, Katherine
: Features prominent sites like the House of the Temple , the Library of Congress , and the National Cathedral .
: Langdon is summoned to the U.S. Capitol to give a lecture but finds a severed hand—the " Hand of the Mysteries "—belonging to his mentor and prominent Freemason, Peter Solomon . Quick Facts is a fast-paced thriller by Dan
: On its first day in 2009, it sold over one million copies, becoming the fastest-selling adult novel in history at the time.