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Practical Mathematics In A Commercial Metropolis - ENG

Mathematical Life In Late 16th Century Antwerp

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ISBN:	9789400757219
Formato:	Page Fidelity
Idioma:	Inglés
Editorial:	Springer Nature
Tema:	Ciencia
Subtema:	Historia
Año de publicación:	2013-03-12

Describes the development and the ultimate demise of the practice of mathematics inÂ 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 teachingÂ and instrument making to the practice of building fortifications of the practice of navigation.â€‹

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