‚It would be hard to imagine a clearer or more fascinating presentation. . . . Mr. Singh gives cryptography not only its historical dimension but its human one.‘ — The New York Times ‚Entertaining and satisfying. . . . Offers a fascinating glimpse into the mostly secret competition between codemakers and codebreakers.‘ — USA Today ‚A good read that, bless it, makes the reader feel a bit smarter when it’s done. Singh’s an elegant writer and well-suited to the task of leading the mathematically perplexed through areas designed to be tricky.‘ — Seattle Weekly ‚An absorbing tale of codemaking and codebreaking over the centuries.‘ — Scientific American ‚Singh spins tales of cryptic intrigue in every chapter.‘ — The Wall Street Journal ‚Brings together…the geniuses who have secured communications, saved lives, and influenced the fate of nations. A pleasure to read.‘ — Chicago Tribune ‚Enthralling…commendably lucid…[Singh’s] book provides a timely and entertaining summary of the subject.‘ — The Economist
ISBN: 978-0-385-49532-5
