Georges Duroy
Georges Duroy is the fictional protagonist of Guy de Maupassant's novel 'Bel-Ami'. Depicted as a cunning and ambitious ex-soldier, Duroy rises through the social ranks of Parisian society by exploiting relationships with wealthy women, ultimately embodying the ruthless pursuit of power and wealth. His character serves as a critique of meritocracy, illustrating the darker side of social mobility and the moral decay that can accompany unchecked ambition.
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Duroy is portrayed as a ruthless character who rises to power and wealth through manipulation.
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