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M. de Cisy

A young aristocrat and rival of Frederick for Rosanette's affections.

minor

Also known as Cisy

First appearance: chapter iii

M. de Cisy's tie to Frederick Moreau is one of the pressures that moves Sentimental Education—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

A youthful aristocratic acquaintance; Frederick finds him a booby but accompanies him to admire Gothic architecture.
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With Frederick Moreau (rivalry): M. de Cisy is an aristocratic rival who competes with Frederick for social status and romantic attention,…

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See M. de Cisy in chapter iii

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RERegimbartHUHussonnetTMThe MaréchaleDUDussardierRORosanetteMDM. de Cisy

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Frederick's Parisian Circle

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See M. de Cisy in chapter iii

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See M. de Cisy in chapter iii