Publisher's Synopsis
The Biliteral Cypher of Francis Bacon is a book written by Elizabeth Wells Gallup. It is a study of the secret code created by the famous philosopher and statesman Francis Bacon. The book explores the history of the biliteral cipher, which is a code that uses two letters to represent each letter of the alphabet. Gallup discusses the origins of the cipher and its use in Bacon's works, including his essays, plays, and letters. She also provides examples of how the cipher can be used to decode hidden messages in Bacon's writing. The book includes a detailed analysis of Bacon's use of the cipher and its significance in his work. It is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in the life and work of Francis Bacon, as well as anyone interested in the history of cryptography and codes.1899. This volume presents part of the hidden writings which the biliteral cipher reveals in the following works: Of the Advancement of Learning by Francis Bacon; King Henry's Seventh; Sylvarum and the New Atlantis; Shepherd's Calendar and Short Poems by Spenser; Faerie Queen; Sejanus and Masques by Jonson; Edward Second by Marlowe; Shakespeare's plays; and Burton's Anatomy of Melancholy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
