The Code Book
Singh, Simon
Sold by Ageless Pages, Cottonwood, AZ, U.S.A.
AbeBooks Seller since June 17, 2022
Used - Hardcover
Condition: Used - As new
Ships within U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketSold by Ageless Pages, Cottonwood, AZ, U.S.A.
AbeBooks Seller since June 17, 2022
Condition: Used - As new
Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketDJ slight edgewear. Traces the development of codes and code-breaking from military espionage in Ancient greece to modern computer ciphers to reveal how the remarkable science of cryptography has often changed the course of history.
Seller Inventory # 007307
Confronted with the prospect of defeat, the Allied cryptanalysts had worked night and day to penetrate German ciphers. It would appear that fear was the main driving force, and that adversity is one of the foundations of successful codebreaking.
In the information age, the fear that drives cryptographic improvements is both capitalistic and libertarian--corporations need encryption to ensure that their secrets don't fall into the hands of competitors and regulators, and ordinary people need encryption to keep their everyday communications private in a free society. Similarly, the battles for greater decryption power come from said competitors and governments wary of insurrection. The Code Book is an excellent primer for those wishing to understand how the human need for privacy has manifested itself through cryptography. Singh's accessible style and clear explanations of complex algorithms cut through the arcane mathematical details without oversimplifying. Can't get enough crypto? Try solving the Cipher Challenge in the back of the book--$15,000 goes to the first person to crack the code! --Therese Littleton
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
We guarantee the condition of every book as it is described on the Abebooks websites. If you're dissatisfies with your purchase (Incorrect book/ not as described/ damaged) or if the order is not delivered, you're eligible for a refund within 30 days of the estimated delivery date.
All items typically ship within 48 hours. We use USPS media mail. Our flat shipping rate is based on a book weighing no more than 2.2 lbs. Large format and heavier books may require additional shipping expenses. Ageless Pages will contact you if the order in question requires additional postage costs. Insurance and express shipping options available.
| Order quantity | 5 to 14 business days | 3 to 6 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 5.75 | US$ 12.00 |
Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.