Title

Mathematical Treasure: Johann Stoeffler’s Elucidatio fabricae vsusque astrolabii

Department

Mathematics

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

6-2018

Abstract

German mathematician and astronomer Johann Stoeffler (or Johannes Stöffler) wrote an influential book with the title Elucidatio fabricae vsusque astrolabii, on how to make and use an astrolabe. First published in 1513, the book went through 16 editions by the year 1620. According to the Oxford Museum of the History of Science, it was “one of the most influential books on a scientific instrument ever to be published. … Many authors of the many books on mathematical instruments to be published in the 16th century followed Stöffler’s example.” This article also includes images for classroom use.

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https://www.maa.org/press/periodicals/convergence/mathematical-treasure-johann-stoeffler-s-elucidatio-fabricae-vsusque-astrolabii

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