Juan de Alcega facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Juan de Alcega
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| Born | 16th century probably Hondarribia, Basque country, now Spain
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| Died | unknown date unknown place
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| Fields | Mathematics Tailoring |
Juan de Alcega was a clever person from the 1500s. He lived in the Basque country in Spain. He was known as both a skilled tailor and a mathematician.
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Life and his amazing book
We don't know much about Juan de Alcega's early life. He was likely born in a town called Hondarribia. This town is in the Gipuzkoa province of Spain.
His famous book on geometry
In 1580, Juan de Alcega published a very important book in Madrid. It was called Libro de Geometría, practica, y traça. This means "Book on Geometry, Practice, and Pattern." The book was so popular that it was printed again in 1589.
Why his book was special
Alcega's book showed how to use mathematics in practical ways. It was one of the first books to connect math with technology. It helped tailors create perfect patterns for clothes. The book also taught people about the language and methods of tailoring at that time.
Problems with publishing his book
Juan de Alcega faced some challenges when he tried to publish his book. The old groups of tailors, called guilds, didn't want him to share his knowledge. They thought he was giving away their secret techniques. But Alcega believed that sharing this information would help everyone.
See also
In Spanish: Juan de Alcega para niños
