Julien Sorel

Julien Sorel is a fictional character from the novel "The Red and the Black" by Stendhal. He is a young man from a modest background who seeks social advancement through intelligence, ambition, and strategic relationships. Ambitious and complex, Julien navigates 19th-century French society, striving for greatness while facing moral and societal challenges. His character explores themes of ambition, social mobility, and inner conflict, making him a compelling example of a protagonist torn between personal desire and societal expectations.