Simon Singh
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"Practically since humans began writing, they have been writing in code, and ciphers have decided the fates of empires throughout recorded history. In The Code Book, Simon SIngh offers a sweeping history of the subject of encryption. Combining a storyteller's sense of drama with a scientist's appreciation for technical perfection, he traces the evolution of its methods and reveals its dramatic effects on wars, nations, and individual lives. From Mary,...
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A history of codes and the methodologies for forming and breaking them, from ancient times to modern computers. It's known as the science of secrecy. Cryptography: the encoding and decoding of private information. And it is history's most fascinating story of intrigue and cunning. From Julius Caesar and his Caesar Cipher to the code used by Mary Queen of Scots and her conspiracy to the use of the Engima machine during the Second World War, Simon Singh...
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In this groundbreaking analysis, over thirty of the most popular treatments--acupuncture, homeopathy, aromatherapy, reflexology, chiropractic, and herbal medicines--are examined for their benefits and potential dangers. Questions answered include: What works and what doesn't? What are the secrets, and what are the lies? Who can you trust, and who is ripping you off? Can science decide what is best, or do the old wives' tales really tap into ancient,...