Secret History: The Story of Cryptology

Most available cryptology books primarily focus on either mathematics or history. Breaking this mold, Secret History gives a thorough yet accessible treatment of both the mathematics and history of cryptology. Requiring minimal mathematical prerequisites, the book presents the mathematics in sufficient detail and weaves the history throughout the chapters. In addition to the fascinating historical and political sides of cryptology, the author--a former Scholar-in-Residence at the U.S. National Security Agency Center for ... Read More

Most available cryptology books primarily focus on either mathematics or history. Breaking this mold, Secret History gives a thorough yet accessible treatment of both the mathematics and history of cryptology. Requiring minimal mathematical prerequisites, the book presents the mathematics in sufficient detail and weaves the history throughout the chapters. In addition to the fascinating historical and political sides of cryptology, the author--a former Scholar-in-Residence at the U.S. National Security Agency Center for Cryptologic History--includes interesting instances of codes and ciphers in crime, literature, music, and art. Read Less

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  	This is a digital edition of this title. Rent eBook (2 Options) 180 Day Rental: $36.85 (Expires Nov 12, 2024) 365 Day Rental: $43.55 (Expires May 16, 2025) Buy eBook Lifetime Access: $66.99 Title: Secret History by Craig Bauer Publisher: Taylor & Francis Print ISBN: 9781138061231, 1138061239 eText ISBN: 9781351668491 Edition: 2021 1st edition Format: EPUB eBook	$36.85 Rent eBook This is a digital eBook Nothing will be shipped to you Works with web browsers and the VitalSource app on all Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Kindle Fire, iOS, and Android devices Most eBooks are returnable within 14 days of purchase Questions? See our eBook FAQ