Résumé
"Le rouge et le noir" by Stendhal is a novel set in the 19th century in the small French town of Verrières.
The story introduces the mayor, M.
de Rênal, a wealthy and self-important industrialist who is proud of his achievements and social standing after 1815.
The narrative delves into the social dynamics of the town, which is driven by financial gain and a narrow-minded public opinion. It also features a commentary on the political atmosphere of the time.