NY, Doubleday, (2003). The publishing sensation of the decade -- a surprise bestseller that stayed on the hardcover bestseller lists for so long that its paperback publication was delayed by more than two years while the hardcover continued to sell, literally, millions of copies. A historical conspiracy involving the Catholic church, secret societies, the bloodlines of Jesus Christ and a cryptic code laid out by Leonardo da Vinci, the novel had unprecedented success -- not just for its author but for any work of fiction in recent years -- selling over 12 million copies in hardcover before the paperback edition was released in early 2006. It has reportedly sold over 80 million copies worldwide to date. Also the basis for a 2006 movie, which itself was a considerable commercial success. Signed by the author. Fine in a fine dust jacket. [#911197] SOLD