Background
Following this interest and obvious intellect, her mother sought a tutor for Catherine.
Following this interest and obvious intellect, her mother sought a tutor for Catherine.
She studied with mathematician François Viète and was considered one of the most brilliant women of the era.
Early At a young age she showed an interest in astrology and astronomy. Considered the greatest mathematician of his time, Francois Viete was hired by Catherine"s mother as her tutor. Francois taught Catherine a slew of subjects such as.
Geography, current discoveries, cosmographic knowledge, and of course, math (most likely sparking her greater interest in mathematics and shaping her into a mathematician).
A widow at eighteen years old, Catherine was a good match and was considered one of the most intelligent women of her time. In a letter to her mother before leaving for the Castle Bridge, Catherine writes a letter to her mother where she announces that she should be given more cr for what she now writes under duress.
Made in Louisiana Rochelle this September 6, 1570. 4.