sequel to da vinci code discussed
05-23-04, 10:47 AM
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sequel to da vinci code discussed
dan brown made a surprise appearance recently and talked about the sequel that he's working on. here are a few details:
it's mostly set in wash. dc and revolves around masons
there are clues to the sequel on the cover of the da vinci code (damned if i can find anything that looks like a clue)
http://www.nbc4columbus.com/news/3326354/detail.html
it's mostly set in wash. dc and revolves around masons
there are clues to the sequel on the cover of the da vinci code (damned if i can find anything that looks like a clue)
http://www.nbc4columbus.com/news/3326354/detail.html
'Da Vinci Code' Author Says He Left Out Most Controversial Part
POSTED: 8:54 a.m. EDT May 20, 2004
CONCORD, N.H. -- Though "The Da Vinci Code" was contentious enough to produce 10 books attempting to discredit it, its author said he left out what likely would have been the most controversial part.
Dan Brown said that when he wrote the best seller that dissects the origins of Jesus Christ and disputes long-held beliefs about Catholicism, he considered including material alleging that Jesus Christ survived the crucifixion.
While speaking at a benefit Tuesday for a New Hampshire writers' group, Brown said the theory is backed by a number of "very credible sources," but that he ultimately decided it was too flimsy.
"For me, that was just three or four steps too far," he told the crowd of more than 800 people.
Brown's discussion of his book, during which he answered audience questions, was a rare public appearance for him. He has declined most requests for media interviews this year, saying he is focusing on writing the sequel to his book.
He said the new book, set in Washington, D.C., would focus on the Free and Accepted Masons, a secretive fraternal organization. He said the architecture in Washington is soaked in symbolism and plays a major role in the novel. He also said the dust jacket of "The Da Vinci Code" contains a code that reveals information about the sequel.
But Brown spent much of the evening discussing the controversy that has surrounded "The Da Vinci Code."
Since the book was published in March 2003, liberal and conservative writers have cited numerous errors. A key assertion in "The Da Vinci Code" -- that Jesus married Mary Magdalene and that sinister Christians suppressed information about it -- comes from a 1982 book titled "Holy Blood, Holy Grail," which a New York Times reviewer called "rank nonsense."
Brown said he is grateful his book is generating so much debate. He said apathy is a constant threat to the study of the uncomfortable relationship between science and religion.
The book casts unflattering light on the Catholic Church, accusing church leaders of demonizing women for centuries and of covering up the truth about the Holy Grail, which Brown says is Mary Magdalene herself.
Many critics have taken issue with Brown's claim that Jesus and Mary Magdalene had a child who was whisked away to France after Jesus' crucifixion.
But Brown, who was raised Christian, said that theory does not detract from Christianity's message.
"In my mind, the possibility that Jesus might have married Mary Magdalene in no way undermines the beauty of Christ's message," he said.
"The Da Vinci Code" has sold 7.5 million copies worldwide and is expected to be made into a movie.
POSTED: 8:54 a.m. EDT May 20, 2004
CONCORD, N.H. -- Though "The Da Vinci Code" was contentious enough to produce 10 books attempting to discredit it, its author said he left out what likely would have been the most controversial part.
Dan Brown said that when he wrote the best seller that dissects the origins of Jesus Christ and disputes long-held beliefs about Catholicism, he considered including material alleging that Jesus Christ survived the crucifixion.
While speaking at a benefit Tuesday for a New Hampshire writers' group, Brown said the theory is backed by a number of "very credible sources," but that he ultimately decided it was too flimsy.
"For me, that was just three or four steps too far," he told the crowd of more than 800 people.
Brown's discussion of his book, during which he answered audience questions, was a rare public appearance for him. He has declined most requests for media interviews this year, saying he is focusing on writing the sequel to his book.
He said the new book, set in Washington, D.C., would focus on the Free and Accepted Masons, a secretive fraternal organization. He said the architecture in Washington is soaked in symbolism and plays a major role in the novel. He also said the dust jacket of "The Da Vinci Code" contains a code that reveals information about the sequel.
But Brown spent much of the evening discussing the controversy that has surrounded "The Da Vinci Code."
Since the book was published in March 2003, liberal and conservative writers have cited numerous errors. A key assertion in "The Da Vinci Code" -- that Jesus married Mary Magdalene and that sinister Christians suppressed information about it -- comes from a 1982 book titled "Holy Blood, Holy Grail," which a New York Times reviewer called "rank nonsense."
Brown said he is grateful his book is generating so much debate. He said apathy is a constant threat to the study of the uncomfortable relationship between science and religion.
The book casts unflattering light on the Catholic Church, accusing church leaders of demonizing women for centuries and of covering up the truth about the Holy Grail, which Brown says is Mary Magdalene herself.
Many critics have taken issue with Brown's claim that Jesus and Mary Magdalene had a child who was whisked away to France after Jesus' crucifixion.
But Brown, who was raised Christian, said that theory does not detract from Christianity's message.
"In my mind, the possibility that Jesus might have married Mary Magdalene in no way undermines the beauty of Christ's message," he said.
"The Da Vinci Code" has sold 7.5 million copies worldwide and is expected to be made into a movie.
05-23-04, 08:07 PM
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It's not really a sequel per se, but more like another adventure for Langdon. Kinda like Indiana Jones. Same character but each movie doesn't really have anything to do with the others. Da Vinci Code is actually the 2nd Langdon novel. The character was introduced in Angels & Demons.
05-23-04, 08:29 PM
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I must say that I'm looking forward to a new book from Dan Brown. I really enjoyed both Angels & Demons and DaVinci Code, and I'm sure Brown's next Robert Langdon novel will be on par with the prior 2 novels.
05-24-04, 07:06 PM
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Originally posted by Kal-El
It's not really a sequel per se, but more like another adventure for Langdon.
It's not really a sequel per se, but more like another adventure for Langdon.
05-27-04, 12:09 PM
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Originally posted by Neeb
Is 'Da Vinci Code' in paperback yet?
It would save me having to steal a copy from a homeless orphan...
Is 'Da Vinci Code' in paperback yet?
It would save me having to steal a copy from a homeless orphan...
05-28-04, 12:16 PM
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Meh. Holy Blood, Holy Grail kicks The DaVinci Code's ass.
Meh. Holy Blood, Holy Grail kicks The DaVinci Code's ass.
05-31-04, 11:36 AM
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I've read both Da Vinci and Angels & Demons. I liked both of them very much but looking back, they're the same book!
- hot chick helping our Hero? Check.
- shadowy religious conspiracy? Check.
- twists and turns? Check.
- benevolent characters who are anything but? Check.
- lots of exposition and narration? Check.
Russell Crowe will be playing "symbologist" Robert Langdon in the movie version of Da Vinci, directed by Ron Howard.
- hot chick helping our Hero? Check.
- shadowy religious conspiracy? Check.
- twists and turns? Check.
- benevolent characters who are anything but? Check.
- lots of exposition and narration? Check.
Russell Crowe will be playing "symbologist" Robert Langdon in the movie version of Da Vinci, directed by Ron Howard.
05-31-04, 09:24 PM
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Originally posted by Kal-El
His website says due to the extensive research he does, Summer of 2005 which makes me
His website says due to the extensive research he does, Summer of 2005 which makes me
Anyone read Digital Fortress or Deception Point? Are they as good as DVC or Angels & Demons?
06-01-04, 10:26 AM
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Originally posted by johnglass
Timed to coincide with the release of the Da Vinci Code in the theaters no doubt.
Anyone read Digital Fortress or Deception Point? Are they as good as DVC or Angels & Demons?
Timed to coincide with the release of the Da Vinci Code in the theaters no doubt.
Anyone read Digital Fortress or Deception Point? Are they as good as DVC or Angels & Demons?
Deception Point is his weakest book IMO. Digital Fortress was ok.
06-02-04, 12:31 AM
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Originally posted by Defiant1
I've read both Da Vinci and Angels & Demons. I liked both of them very much but looking back, they're the same book!
- hot chick helping our Hero? Check.
- shadowy religious conspiracy? Check.
- twists and turns? Check.
- benevolent characters who are anything but? Check.
- lots of exposition and narration? Check.
Russell Crowe will be playing "symbologist" Robert Langdon in the movie version of Da Vinci, directed by Ron Howard.
I've read both Da Vinci and Angels & Demons. I liked both of them very much but looking back, they're the same book!
- hot chick helping our Hero? Check.
- shadowy religious conspiracy? Check.
- twists and turns? Check.
- benevolent characters who are anything but? Check.
- lots of exposition and narration? Check.
Russell Crowe will be playing "symbologist" Robert Langdon in the movie version of Da Vinci, directed by Ron Howard.
Angels & Demons was structurally very similar to The Da Vinci Code. It's a murder mystery (the Hassassin vs. Silas), ancient secrets and conspiracies involving the Catholic church are revealed in both, both have poor characters and a weak romance, both have readable short chapters, and both have interesting topics with lots of exposition.
06-08-04, 03:28 PM
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Originally posted by johnglass
Timed to coincide with the release of the Da Vinci Code in the theaters no doubt.
Anyone read Digital Fortress or Deception Point? Are they as good as DVC or Angels & Demons?
Timed to coincide with the release of the Da Vinci Code in the theaters no doubt.
Anyone read Digital Fortress or Deception Point? Are they as good as DVC or Angels & Demons?
06-18-04, 05:51 PM
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I just finished Angels & Demons and really enjoyed it up until the last 70 pages or so. The ending was kind of meh (and I really liked the character that Brown tore back down to earth). I'll stick around for the further Langdon adventures as long as the quality is up to snuff.
06-23-04, 03:51 PM
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Originally posted by kcbrett5
I just finished Digital Fortress, it was terrible. I really liked Davinci Code and Angels & Demons but this book was horrible. I read it while on a 9 hour flight or I probably wouldn't have finished it.
I just finished Digital Fortress, it was terrible. I really liked Davinci Code and Angels & Demons but this book was horrible. I read it while on a 9 hour flight or I probably wouldn't have finished it.
07-09-04, 11:22 AM
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While Digital Fortress will by no means go down in history as a great book. That's not to say that I did not enjoy it. It was a light read where the pages just flew by. Very little substance though and highly implausable (though not atypical of Brown's work).
07-09-04, 12:09 PM
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Originally posted by Neeb
Is 'Da Vinci Code' in paperback yet?
It would save me having to steal a copy from a homeless orphan...
Is 'Da Vinci Code' in paperback yet?
It would save me having to steal a copy from a homeless orphan...
http://www.buy.com/basket/basket.asp?dclksa=31092577^1
07-10-04, 12:43 AM
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I enjoyed both Angels and Demons and Da Vinci Code, and I thought that Digital Fortress was the equivalent of a very entertaining popcorn movie. It was a fast-paced read with good amounts of suspense and intrigue.
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I hated Digital Fortress (okay...hate may be a strong word), but I really enjoyed Deception Point. Not as tight as Da Vinci Code or Angels & Demons, but a pretty cool story.