Mathilde de la Mole is a character from the novel The Red and the Black by Stendhal. She is the daughter of a wealthy aristocrat and embodies the complexities of the French upper class during the early 19th century. Mathilde is known for her beauty, intelligence, and strong-willed nature, often challenging societal norms. In the story, Mathilde becomes romantically involved with Julien Sorel, a young man from a humble background. Their relationship highlights themes of ambition, class struggle, and the pursuit of love, as Mathilde grapples with her feelings and the expectations placed upon her by society.