The Red and the Black · Character
Duke de Retz
Historical figure, mentioned in the context of the aristocracy.
minor
Also known as Duke de Retz, de Retz
First appearance: chapter xl queen marguerite
Duke de Retz shows up with force in Chapter XXXVIII. What Is The Decoration Which Confers Distinction?. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Hosts the grand ball at the Hôtel de Retz, which impresses Julien with its magnificence.
Duke de Retz first appears in 0040 chapter xl queen marguerite.
In Chapter XXXVIII. What Is The Decoration Which Confers Distinction?: Hosts the grand ball at the Hôtel de Retz, which impresses Julien with its magnificence.
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- Historical and minor figures
- Julien's Parisian circle
- Protagonist
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Mathilde’s pride—her defining trait—shatters here as she openly begs Julien for reassurance, weeping and admit…
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See Duke de Retz in chapter xl queen marguerite