Ciphers and codes / Karen Price Hossell.
| Author/creator | Price Hossell, Karen, 1957- |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Chicago : Heinemann Library, ©2003. |
| Description | 48 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 27 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Communicating Communicating. ^A599270 |
| Contents | What are ciphers and codes? -- Cryptology and the Arabs -- Cryptology in the American Revolutionary War -- Cryptology in the American Civil War -- Quilt codes and spirituals show the way to freedom -- Semaphore signaling -- World War I -- World War II -- Navajo code talkers -- Famous cryptologists -- Cryptology in literature -- Modern cryptology -- The tools of cryptology -- Invisible ink -- Ancient ciphers -- Pig pen cipher -- Key word cipher -- The twisted path cipher -- Break the cipher! Some helpful hints. |
| Abstract | Presents an overview of various types of codes and ciphers used throughout history, famous cryptologists, and how to create your own secret messages. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 47) and index. |
| LCCN | 2002001687 |
| ISBN | 1588104842 |
| ISBN | 9781588104847 |
| ISBN | 1588109402 (pbk.) |
| ISBN | 9781588109408 (pbk.) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 652 P9311C | ✔ Available | Place Hold |