The Voynich Manuscript is a vellum codex which is hand-written in an unknown character. It was written in the 15th century, and the parchment was made in Northern Italy during that time. It contains 240 pages of text, and the text is written from left to right, like European languages. The text also has a number of unique symbols, which are not found in any other language.

Language

The language of the Voynich manuscript has not yet been deciphered, and there are a number of theories about what it may be. Some scholars believe that it is a hoax, while others believe that it is written in a previously undiscovered language.

Theories about the Manuscript's Origins

There are a number of theories about the origins of the Voynich manuscript. Some believe that it was written by an alchemist, while others believe that it was written by a heretic, or even by the devil himself.

The Manuscript Today

The manuscript is currently housed in the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library at Yale University. It is not available to the public.