About the book

Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon arrives at the United States Capitol for a lecture, only to discover his mentor, Peter Solomon, has been abducted. A severed hand points toward the ceiling of the Rotunda, signaling an invitation to a hidden world of Masonic secrets and Noetic Science. Langdon must decode a series of ancient riddles etched into Washington D.C.’s architecture to locate a legendary portal. As he evades the CIA’s Office of Security, he struggles to prevent a tattooed extremist from uncovering a lost wisdom that could destabilize global power structures.

Readers who enjoy technical puzzles, architectural history, and cryptography will appreciate the meticulous detail regarding the ritualistic history of the Founding Fathers. Those interested in the intersection of spiritual tradition and quantum physics find a narrative that treats fringe science as a bridge to historical mystery. The audience gains a specific understanding of Freemasonry symbols and how classical myths are embedded within the design of American government buildings. You walk away with a map of the capital’s occult geography and its influence on national identity.

Details
Published
2009
Language
EN

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