West Routt Library District

Discusses the general historical significance of symbols and those specific to the state of Colorado. Governor Richard Lamm and state historians introduce the state flower, bird, tree, animal, gem, seal, song, and the state fossil, the stegosaurus.

History, description, and proper use of the Colorado State Seal.

Again, brilliant Harvard professor Robert Langdon finds himself in a predicament that requires his vast knowledge of symbology and superior problem-solving skills to save the day. The setting, unlike other Robert Langdon novels, is stateside, and in Brown's hands Washington D.C. is as fascinating as Paris or Vatican City (note to the D.C. tourism board: get your "Lost Symbol" tour in order). And, as with other Dan Brown books, the pace is relentless,...

State fossil -- State gemstone -- State mineral -- State rock.

Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon discovers evidence of the resurgence of the most powerful underground organization in history, the Illuminati. Upon learning of an unstoppable terrorist act against the Vatican, Langdon travels to Rome and joins forces with Italian scientist Vittoria Vetra and together they will follow the 400-year-old Path of Illumination that leads to the Vatican's only chance for survival.

Tells the stories behind nearly thirty places, objects, documents, holidays, and other symbols of importance to America, including Plymouth Rock, the Liberty Bell, the Pledge of Allegiance, and Memorial Day.