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The Woman Who Smashed Codes: A True Story Of Love, Spies, And The Unlikely Heroine Who Outwitted America'S Enemies
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National Bestsellernpr Best Book Of The Yearnot All Superheroes Wear Capes, And Elizebeth Smith Friedman Should Be The Subject Of A Future Wonder Woman Movie. The New York Timesjoining The Ranks Of Hidden Figures And In The Garden Of Beasts, The Incredible True Story Of The Greatest Codebreaking Duo That Ever Lived, An American Woman And Her Husband Who Invented The Modern Science Of Cryptology Together And Used It To Confront The Evils Of Their Time, Solving Puzzles That Unmasked Nazi Spies And Helped Win World War Ii.In 1916, At The Height Of World War I, Brilliant Shakespeare Expert Elizebeth Smith Went To Work For An Eccentric Tycoon On His Estate Outside Chicago. The Tycoon Had Close Ties To The U.S. Government, And He Soon Asked Elizebeth To Apply Her Language Skills To An Exciting New Venture: Codebreaking. There She Met The Man Who Would Become Her Husband, Groundbreaking Cryptologist William Friedman. Though She And Friedman Are In Many Ways The Adam And Eve Of The Nsa, Elizebeths Story, Incredibly, Has Never Been Told.In The Woman Who Smashed Codes, Jason Fagone Chronicles The Life Of This Extraordinary Woman, Who Played An Integral Role In Our Nations History For Forty Years. After World War I, Smith Used Her Talents To Catch Gangsters And Smugglers During Prohibition, Then Accepted A Covert Mission To Discover And Expose Nazi Spy Rings That Were Spreading Like Wildfire Across South America, Advancing Ever Closer To The United States. As World War Ii Raged, Elizebeth Fought A Highly Classified Battle Of Wits Against Hitlers Reich, Cracking Multiple Versions Of The Enigma Machine Used By German Spies. Meanwhile, Inside An Army Vault In Washington, William Worked Furiously To Break Purple, The Japanese Version Of Enigmaand Eventually Succeeded, At A Terrible Cost To His Personal Life.Fagone Unveils Americas Codebreaking History Through The Prism Of Smiths Life, Bringing Into Focus The Unforgettable Events And Colorful Personalities That Would Help Shape Modern Intelligence. Blending The Lively Pace And Compelling Detail That Are The Hallmarks Of Erik Larsons Bestsellers With The Atmosphere And Intensity Of The Imitation Game, The Woman Who Smashed Codes Is Pageturning Popular History At Its Finest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Woman Who Smashed Codes'? A: The main theme revolves around the extraordinary life of Elizebeth Smith Friedman, a pioneering codebreaker who played a crucial role in American history during World War I and II, alongside her husband, William Friedman.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'The Woman Who Smashed Codes' is Jason Fagone, who chronicles the life of Elizebeth Smith Friedman and her contributions to cryptology.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: The book was published on September 26, 2017.
- Q: Is 'The Woman Who Smashed Codes' a true story? A: Yes, it is a true story that highlights the real-life achievements of Elizebeth Smith Friedman and her role in codebreaking during significant historical events.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book falls under the genre of historical non-fiction, particularly focusing on women's contributions to history and cryptography.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 464 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for those interested in history and espionage? A: Yes, it is ideal for readers interested in history, espionage, and the evolution of cryptology, as it details the life and work of a significant figure in these fields.
- Q: Does the book discuss the personal life of Elizebeth Smith Friedman? A: Yes, the book explores both her professional achievements and personal life, including her marriage to William Friedman.
- Q: What recognition has the book received? A: The book has been recognized as a National Bestseller and was listed as an NPR Best Book of the Year.