Cryptonomicon

Cryptonomicon is a whirlwind novel that jumps back and forth between the perspectives of World War II Allied-codebreakers and 1990s computer nerds who are motivated to spark social change through cryptography and information systems. Dazzling is the novel’s ability to balance both perspectives without overwhelming readers with detail. From the sandy beaches of the Philippines to the dreary TSA line in the San Francisco International Airport (SFO), this book keeps readers visualizing how both narratives will eventually interweave and converge into a compelling finale. For those curious to learn more about cryptography, Unix, World War II history, and how they all connect to modern day technologies, help yourselves.