Augustin Meaulnes

Augustin Meaulnes (oh-gews-TA[N] MOHL-neh) is a romantic and adventurous boy at Sainte-Agathe’s School, whose charisma captivates his fellow students. After leaving the school, Augustin lives with Valentine in Paris but abandons her in anger upon discovering her past romance with Frantz. He later marries Yvonne, whom he also deserts, but is filled with remorse upon learning of her death. Ultimately, he becomes a devoted father to their daughter, honoring Yvonne's memory through paternal care.

François Seurel

François Seurel (frah[n]-SWAH sew-REHL) is the son of M. and Mme Seurel. His childhood is constrained by a hip infection, which prevents him from joining in the village boys' activities. He reveres Meaulnes, seeing him as a figure of fascination and intrigue. After completing his education, François becomes a teacher at the school alongside his parents. He plays a pivotal role in reuniting Yvonne with the wandering Meaulnes, only to be left bewildered by Meaulnes' subsequent abandonment of her.

Frantz de Galais

Frantz de Galais (frah[n]ts deh gah-LAY), an aristocrat filled with melancholy, joins a band of gypsies after losing his beloved fiancée. His journey leads him briefly to Sainte-Agathe’s, where through Meaulnes' intervention, he is eventually reunited with Valentine, the object of his enduring affections.

Yvonne de Galais

Yvonne de Galais, the sister of Frantz, becomes the beloved of Meaulnes. Despite their marriage, he deserts her, and she tragically dies post childbirth. Yvonne’s death profoundly impacts Meaulnes, who resolves to care for their daughter with deep affection.

Valentine Blondeau

Valentine Blondeau (vah-lah[n]-TEEN blohn-DOH) is a peasant girl initially engaged to Frantz. Her belief that she should not marry above her social class prompts her to flee, becoming a dressmaker in Paris. Later, she enters a relationship with Meaulnes, who abandons her upon learning of her past with Frantz. However, through Meaulnes, Valentine and Frantz are joyfully reunited.

M. Seurel

M. Seurel is the head teacher of Sainte-Agathe, overseeing both the middle school and one of the higher elementary classes. His leadership and presence are felt throughout the institution.

Mme Seurel

Mme Seurel, the spouse of M. Seurel, is dedicated to educating the younger children at the school. Her nurturing presence complements her husband's educational endeavors.

Millie Seurel

Millie Seurel is the daughter of M. and Mme Seurel. Her presence in the narrative, while not central, contributes to the familial atmosphere surrounding the school and her brother François.

M. and Mme Charpentier

M. and Mme Charpentier (shahr-pah>(eh-roh-DYAHS), characters shrouded in mystery, are involved in a dramatic narrative involving historical and supernatural elements. Their tale is interwoven with themes of justice and thwarting malevolent schemes.

Marius de Rennepont

Marius de Rennepont (mahr-YEWS deh rehn-POH[N]) is a friend of Samuel from the seventeenth century. Marius's modest wealth, entrusted to Samuel, lays the foundation for the vast fortune that his tragic descendants gather to claim, yet ultimately fail to secure.

Rodin

Rodin (roh-DA[N]), serving as secretary to the provincial of the Jesuits, is a mastermind of villainy responsible for much of the calamity that befalls the characters. His scheming nature leads to his demise by a mysterious Indian poison.

Marshal Simon

Marshal Simon (see-MOH[N]) is a Bonapartist hero living in exile, embodying the spirit of resistance and loyalty to his cause.

François Baudoin

François Baudoin (frah[n]-SWAH boh-DWA[N]), also known as Dagobert (dah-goh-BEHR), is a devout companion to Marshal Simon. His loyalty is demonstrated as he escorts Simon's daughters from Siberia to Paris in pursuit of their inheritance.

Blanche Simon

Blanche Simon is one of the daughters of Marshal Simon. Her life ends tragically when she succumbs to a choleral epidemic after being taken to a...