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.
- ISBN13 9789400799035
- Publish Date 12 April 2015 (first published 1 January 2013)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country NL
- Imprint Springer
- Edition 2013 ed.
- Format Paperback
- Pages 258
- Language English