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The Red and the Black · Character
Adolphe
A young man mentioned in the context of society.
minor
Also known as Adolphe, M. de Adolphe
First appearance: chapter xxxviii what is the decoration which confers distinction
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- Historical and minor figures
- Julien's Parisian circle
- Protagonist
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- Breaking point
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- Closing
Mathilde’s pride—her defining trait—shatters here as she openly begs Julien for reassurance, weeping and admit…
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