Cryptic: From Voynich to the Angel Diaries, the Story of the World's Mysterious Manuscripts BN_Top_100 In an alternate New Orleans

In an alternate New Orleans caught in the tangle of the American Civil War

★ "The elegant simplicity of this book belies the artistic depth and emotional resonance contained within

adventure and intrigue

a junior member of the monster-fighting Vanguard-who seems to hate Jasper for reasons he can't remember or understand

featuring a sleeping cat integrated in Starry Night

Cryptic: From Voynich to the Angel Diaries, the Story of the World's Mysterious Manuscripts BN_Top_100 In an alternate New OrleansAn absorbing history of Europes nine most puzzling texts, including the biggest mystery of all: the Voynich Manuscript Books can change the world. They can influence, entertain, transport, and enlighten. But across the centuries, authors have disguised their work with codes and ciphers, secret scripts and magical signs. What made these authors decide to keep their writings secret? What were they trying to hide? Garry J. Shaw tells the stories of nine