No Cipher in Shakespeare: Being a Reputation of the Hon. Ignatius Donnelly's - Softcover

A. Nicholson

 
9781333303525: No Cipher in Shakespeare: Being a Reputation of the Hon. Ignatius Donnelly's

Synopsis

Challenging the Great Cryptogram: a clear, critical look at Donnelly’s claim

This book rigorously examines the so‑called Great Cryptogram and explains why the proposed Baconian cipher fails to prove its case. It separates theory from evidence and shows how the cipher theory holds up under close scrutiny.

In careful, accessible language, the author surveys Donnelly’s arguments, compares them to Bacon’s own writings, and walks through representative cipher examples. The goal is to separate plausible ideas from speculative storytelling, helping readers understand what the cryptogram can and cannot support.
  • Clear explanation of the cipher concepts and how they are supposed to work
  • Plain language evaluation of Donnelly’s proofs and methods
  • Step‑by‑step look at sample root‑numbers and modifiers used in the cryptogram
  • Context for the Shakespeare authorship debate and why this particular argument matters
Ideal for readers interested in Shakespeare, cryptography, or rigorous literary critique, this edition clarifies a complex theory and its limits.

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