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Monsieur Clisson

A character in The Demoiselle d'Ys.

minor

Also known as Clisson

First appearance: the demoiselle d ys

Monsieur Clisson shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Called during roll-call; marks his name on the floor for a front seat.
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Character Web

6 connections

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MMMadame MarotteCLCliffordHAHastingsTGthe girlEUEugeneMCMonsieur Clisson

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Diverse supporting cast
  • Parisian artists and models
  • Protagonist

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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Monsieur Clisson appears across 1 companion beat. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

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See Monsieur Clisson in the demoiselle d ys