The Red and the Black · Character
M. Appert
A philanthropist who visits the poorhouse in Verrières, causing a stir.
minor
Also known as the M. Appert
First appearance: Chapter III. The Poor Fund
M. Appert shows up with force in Chapter II. A Mayor. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A Parisian gentleman who visited the prison, workhouse, and hospital, causing M.
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In Chapter II. A Mayor: A Parisian gentleman who visited the prison, workhouse, and hospital, causing M. de Rênal's displeasure. Later, in Chapter III. The Poor Fund: A Parisian visitor who inspects the prison and…
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- Other
Character groups
- Historical and minor figures
- Julien's Parisian circle
- Verrières and Besançon adversaries
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Mathilde’s pride—her defining trait—shatters here as she openly begs Julien for reassurance, weeping and admit…
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See M. Appert in Chapter III. The Poor Fund