Book CLIX
The Encoding
On transforming meaning into form, the cipher of communication, compression of thought
Chapters
1
The Cipher
On transforming meaning
“The cipher transforms meaning. From one form to another. Encoding for transmission or protection.”
2
The Representation
On standing for something
“Representation makes one thing stand for another. The map for the territory. The word for the thing.”
3
The Compression
On reducing to essence
“Compression reduces without losing. The essence preserved, the excess removed. Efficient encoding.”