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Practical mathematics in a commercial metropolis - Mathematical life in late 16th century Antwerp (Paperback, 2013 ed.) Loot Price: R3,529
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Practical mathematics in a commercial metropolis - Mathematical life in late 16th century Antwerp (Paperback, 2013 ed.)

Ad Meskens

Series: Archimedes, 31

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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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Imprint: Springer
Country of origin: Netherlands
Series: Archimedes, 31
Release date: April 2015
First published: 2013
Authors: Ad Meskens
Dimensions: 235 x 155 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 258
Edition: 2013 ed.
ISBN-13: 978-9400799035
Categories: Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > History of mathematics
LSN: 9400799039
Barcode: 9789400799035

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