Publisher's Synopsis
Secret Writings and Ciphers is a book written by Isabel Cooper-Oakley that delves into the world of cryptography and secret writings. The book explores the history of cryptography and the various methods used to create codes and ciphers throughout the ages. It also includes a detailed analysis of some of the most famous ciphers, such as the Voynich Manuscript and the Beale Ciphers.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the history of cryptography, including the use of codes and ciphers in ancient civilizations, such as Egypt and Greece. It also covers the development of cryptography during the Renaissance and the Enlightenment, as well as its use during World War I and II.The second part of the book is dedicated to the analysis of specific ciphers and secret writings. It includes detailed explanations of various cryptographic techniques, such as substitution ciphers, transposition ciphers, and polyalphabetic ciphers. The book also provides examples of how to create your own ciphers and codes.Overall, Secret Writings and Ciphers is a fascinating exploration of the world of cryptography and secret writings. It is an excellent resource for anyone interested in this topic, whether they are a beginner or an experienced cryptographer.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mystical Traditions, by Isabel Cooper-Oakley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103463.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
