Dan Brown is an American author of thriller novels. Born in 1964 in Exeter, New Hampshire, Brown was raised in an environment that blended science and religion. His father was a mathematics teacher, and his mother was a church organist. This dual influence is evident in his novels, which often merge scientific and technological concepts with historical, religious, and artistic themes.
Before becoming a bestselling author, Brown had a varied career. He taught English at his alma mater, Phillips Exeter Academy, and worked as a songwriter and musician. His first novels, including Digital Fortress (1998) and Angels & Demons (2000), were commercially modest. However, with "The Da Vinci Code" in 2003, he achieved global fame and became one of the most successful authors of the 21st century. His books, including the sequels featuring Robert Langdon, such as The Lost Symbol, Inferno, and Origin, are characterized by their fast-paced plots, complex puzzles, and extensive use of historical and religious symbolism. Brown's writing style, though often criticized by literary critics, has undeniably captivated a mass audience and made him a defining figure in the modern thriller genre.
