The Red and the Black · Character
M. de Maugiron
A nobleman involved in the secret note conspiracy.
minor
Also known as M. Charcot de Maugiron, M. de Maugiron, de Maugiron, M. Charcot, Maugiron
First appearance: chapter li the secret note
M. de Maugiron shows up with force in Chapter VI. Ennui. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Sub-prefect who witnesses Julien's recitation, adding to the public spectacle.
M. de Maugiron first appears in 0051 chapter li the secret note.
In Chapter VI. Ennui: Sub-prefect who witnesses Julien's recitation, adding to the public spectacle.
Later, in Chapter XIV. The English Scissors: The sub-prefect of Bray, whose presence during the scissors incident is used by Madame de Rênal to cover up Julien's kick.
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- Other
Character groups
- Historical and minor figures
- Julien's Parisian circle
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.
- 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. de Maugiron in chapter li the secret note