# M. Rivière — The Age of Innocence character guide

> M. Rivière in The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Rivière

**First appearance:** 0001-i

## Who they are

A French tutor and intellectual who befriends Newland.

## In the story

### [XX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_age_of_innocence_se/chapters/xx)

A French tutor who engages Newland in a deep conversation about intellectual life and the possibility of finding work in New York. He represents a world of ideas and ambition that contrasts sharply with New York society.

### [XXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_age_of_innocence_se/chapters/xxv)

French tutor sent by Count Olenski; after meeting Ellen, he changes his mind and seeks Archer's help to prevent her return to Europe.

### [XXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_age_of_innocence_se/chapters/xxix)

Rivière visited Archer after the Boston meeting; Ellen confirms he helped her escape her husband.

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