Practical mathematics in a commercial metropolis: Mathematical life in late 16th century Antwerp

Meskens, Ad

Describes the development and the ultimate demise of the practice of mathematics in sixteenth century Antwerp. Against the background of the violent history of the Religious Wars the story of the practice of mathematics in Antwerp is told through the lives of two protagonists Michiel Coignet and Peeter Heyns. The book touches on all aspects of practical mathematics from teaching  and instrument making to the practice of building fortifications of the practice of navigation.?

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2015-04-12

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9789400799035

DOI: 10.1007/978-94-007-5721-9

Dimensions: 235.0cm x155.0cm

Pages: 258.0