Origin — Reader’s Companion & Study Guide

Where do we come from? Where are we going? A discovery that promises to change humanity’s understanding of its existence.

Harvard professor Robert Langdon travels to the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao to attend a presentation by his former student and friend, billionaire futurist Edmond Kirsch.

Kirsch claims to have made a scientific discovery capable of answering two of humanity’s oldest questions. But before he can reveal his findings to the world, the carefully planned presentation is thrown into chaos.

Langdon joins Ambra Vidal, director of the Guggenheim Bilbao and fiancée of Spain’s future king, in a race to discover Kirsch’s password and release his presentation.

Their journey takes them through modern art, architecture, technology, religion and the politics of the Spanish monarchy, while the sophisticated artificial intelligence Winston becomes an increasingly important presence.

This comprehensive Coleman’s Notes® Reader’s Companion helps readers navigate the novel’s characters, locations, scientific ideas, religious debates, clues and revelations.

Inside the guide: Story in Five Minutes; where Origin fits in the Robert Langdon series; main characters; character relationship guide; central mystery at a glance; Edmond Kirsch and his discovery; Ambra Vidal; Winston; the Guggenheim Bilbao; the Spanish monarchy; key locations; detailed chapter companion; symbols, art and architecture; clues and red herrings; science and religion; artificial intelligence; Robert Langdon; themes and historical background; fact versus fiction; meaning of the title; ending explained; what to remember for the continuing Robert Langdon series; 25 book-club and discussion questions; and Quick Recall.

Particular attention is given to the novel’s exploration of science, religion, evolution, technology and artificial intelligence, as well as the ethical questions raised by Kirsch’s discovery and the events surrounding its release.

Ideal for readers who have completed the novel, are returning to the Robert Langdon series after a break, or want a convenient reference to its characters, ideas, clues and revelations.

Full spoiler warning: This companion discusses the complete novel, including its major revelations and ending.

Individual guide — £4.95
Complete Robert Langdon Collection — £25.95

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