Charles Darnay
A French aristocrat who renounces his title and seeks a new life in England.
Core Belief
"Individuals should be judged on their own merits, not on the actions of their ancestors. He believes in justice, equality, and personal responsibility."
Worldview
He sees the world as a place of great inequality and injustice, and feels a personal responsibility to work towards a more equitable society. He is optimistic about the future and believes in the power of individual action to create positive change.
Personality
Charles Darnay is a man of integrity and principle, burdened by the sins of his family. He is compassionate and desires to atone for the injustices of the Evrémonde lineage, leading him to renounce his title and seek a life of honest work. He is devoted to Lucie and her father.
In Their Own Words
"“I hardly seem yet,” returned Charles Darnay, “to belong to this world again.”"
"“My father,” exclaimed Lucie, “you are ill!”"
"“I am deeply sorry to have been the cause of it. Could you tell her so for me, with my fervent acknowledgments?”"
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