Chapter 32: 1875, Darboux

Chapter 32 of the publication '1875, Darboux' explores the historical and cultural significance of Nîmes, France, particularly focusing on the Maison Carrée, a Roman monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The chapter highlights the city's origins dating back to 6th century BC and its evolution through various historical periods, including Roman colonization, invasions by Vandals and Visigoths, Arab-Muslim rule, and eventual liberation under Pepin III le Bref in 752 AD. It also notes the reunion of Nîmes with the royal domain in 1226 under Louis VIII. The text provides a contextual backdrop to the life of Jean Gaston Darboux, born in Nîmes in 1842, linking his birthplace to the city's rich heritage and its enduring architectural legacy.

(Ed.). (2025). Chapter 32: 1875, Darboux. The Birth and Early Developments of Orthogonal Polynomials, 421–434. https://doi.org/10.1137/1.9781611978513.ch32