Practical mathematics in a commercial metropolis: Mathematical life in late 16th century Antwerp: 31 (Archimedes)

by Ad Meskens (Author)

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  Hardcover
  2013

  $175.18

  Describes the development and the ultimate demise of the practice of mathematics in sixteenth century Antwerp. 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.�