Applied Cryptography
Schneier
5 people recommended it in 3 threads, 2013–2017.
8 commenters pushed back on it — worth reading the threads.
What people on Hacker News said
Approachable and succinate language of this book makes it easier to understand.
Where it comes up
- Ask HN: What language-agnostic programming books should I read? 2017 · 3 recommendations
- Ask HN: Books you read in 2016? 2016 · 1 recommendation
- Code Interview Reading List 2013 · 1 recommendation