# M. de Cisy — Sentimental Education character guide

> M. de Cisy in Sentimental Education by Gustave Flaubert.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Cisy

**First appearance:** 0011-chapter-iii

## Who they are

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

## Relationships

### [Frederick Moreau](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/sentimental_education_se/characters/frederick_moreau)

_rivalry_

M. de Cisy is an aristocratic rival who competes with Frederick for social status and romantic attention, leading to a duel.

## In the story

### [Sentiment and Passion](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/sentimental_education_se/chapters/sentiment-and-passion)

A youthful aristocratic acquaintance; Frederick finds him a booby but accompanies him to admire Gothic architecture.

### [At the Races](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/sentimental_education_se/chapters/at-the-races)

Cisy competes with Frederick for Rosanette's attention, invites her to dine, and is eventually dismissed by her.

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