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Are you fascinated by secret codes and deciphering lost history? \u003ci\u003eCracking Codes and Cryptograms For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e shows you how to think like a symbologist to uncover mysteries and history by solving cryptograms and cracking codes that relate to Freemasonry, the Knights Templar, the Illuminati, and other secret societies and conspiracy theories.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou'll get easy-to-follow instructions for solving everything from the simplest puzzles to fiendishly difficult ciphers using secret codes and lost symbols.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOver 350 handcrafted cryptograms and ciphers of varying types\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTips and tricks for cracking even the toughest code\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSutherland is a syndicated puzzle author; Koltko-Rivera is an expert on the major symbols and ceremonies of Freemasonry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith the helpful information in this friendly guide, you'll be unveiling mysteries and shedding light on history in no time!\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eForeword ix\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Code and Cryptogram Strategies 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Clueing You In about Codes and Cryptograms 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Cracking the Codes 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Secret Stories, Codes, and Cryptogram Puzzles 47\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Solving Three Conspiracies 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Letter Substitution Cryptograms 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Number Substitution Cryptograms 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Symbol Substitution Cryptograms 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Caesar \/ Shift Ciphers 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Masonic Ciphers 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Rail Fence Ciphers 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Keyboard Codes 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Assorted Ciphers 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Anagrams and Cryptic Clues 261\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Double Level Puzzles 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Hints and Answers to the Cryptos and Codes 277\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Hints to Help Crack the Cryptograms and Puzzles 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Answers to All Cryptograms and Puzzles 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix: Historical Background to the Conspiracy Stories 323\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cb\u003eDenise Sutherland\u003c\/b\u003e is a syndicated puzzle author. 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Walk in the footsteps of a symbologist by solving everything from the simplest puzzles to fiendishly difficult ciphers, using secret codes and lost symbols.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThink like a symbologist — discover a variety of codes and wordplay and the strategies for solving each one\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild your code-cracking skills — work your way from solving simple cryptograms to difficult Masonic and double level ciphers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUncover a bigger mystery — use the answers you discover to solve three conspiracy stories contained in the book\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAppreciate the history of code and encryption — reveal the secret world of Freemasonry, the Illuminati, and the Knights Templar\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck your work — find hints and answers for all the book's puzzles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpen the book and find:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOver 350 handcrafted cryptograms and ciphers of varying types\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTips and tricks for cracking even the toughest code\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn introduction to the history and relevance of using code\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePuzzle strategies and hints to help nudge you in the right direction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFun and intriguing anagrams and story wordplay puzzles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFascinating number ciphers that reference the keypad letters on your cellphone\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePuzzles of all levels: Easy, Tricky, and Treacherous\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearn to:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpose conspiracies like the characters do in Dan Brown's The Lost Symbol\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDecipher cryptic puzzles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand the role coded messages play in secret societies\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse encrypted alphabets to unveil secrets of the past\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989000044773,"sku":"NP9780470591000","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780470591000.jpg?v=1761782379","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/cracking-codes-and-cryptograms-for-dummies-isbn-9780470591000","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}