Cryptography

An indispensable guide to the ongoing crypto wars–balanced, gripping, and in plain English.–Thomas Rid, professor of strategic studies, Johns Hopkins University, and author of Active Measures[Martin] shows a knack for communicating demanding ideas…This timely book will leave digital neophytes significantly better informed about a vital area in computer science.– “Publishers Weekly”Highly informative…Tech-savvy readers will come away with a greater appreciation for the science involved in keeping secrets from prying eyes.– “Kirkus Reviews”In his searching and authoritative book, Keith Martin explains how…cryptography governs a huge portion of everyday life, and this book is the perfect introduction.–Steve Donoghue “Open Letters Review”In his typical low-key style, Keith Martin explains how digital security is necessarily based on cryptosystems, secret keys, and public keys. A must-read for anyone who wants to participate competently in discussions on the role of cryptography in our society.–Vincent Rijmen, codesigner of the Advanced Encryption StandardKeith Martin has a knack for explaining one of today’s toughest inter-disciplinary problems in an accessible and accurate way. There’s no math required, just a willingness to engage your brain. You will finish this book both entertained and better informed.–Kenny Paterson, professor of computer science, ETH Zürich

Keith Martin is a professor of information security at Royal Holloway, University of London, and has worked in cryptographic research for thirty years. He lives in Surrey, United Kingdom.