The Da Vinci Code

Summary

'The Da Vinci Code' is a gripping detective novel by American author Dan Brown, published in 2003. The story revolves around symbology professor Robert Langdon, who becomes embroiled in a series of mysterious events following the murder of Louvre curator Jacques Saunière. Suspicion falls on Langdon, who, with the help of cryptologist Sophie Neveu, the murdered curator's granddaughter, attempts to decipher a cryptic code left by Saunière. Their investigation leads to the revelation of an ancient secret society—the Priory of Sion—and the mystery of the Holy Grail, intricately linked to the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci. The main characters travel from Paris to London, encountering various codes, symbols, and puzzles, while being pursued by both a dangerous assassin and the police. Dan Brown crafts a multifaceted plot where history, art, and religious beliefs intertwine in a captivating and unpredictable narrative, prompting readers to question historical truths and the foundations of modern culture.