A page from the Voynich Manuscript
Apparently, almost 400 years ago a manuscript came into existence that became known as the Voynich Manuscript. The MS is written in an unknown language by an unknown author in an unknown place. This book is a miniature encyclopedia that has baffled decipherers, cryptographers, and archaeologists for centuries. Even the best guesses at its true meaning and value have shortcomings that cause them to be instantly cast away.
Wrecked 'em? Damn near killed 'em! 