The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah
Also known as Hakem, Al-Hakim
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 259
There is something feverish in his demeanor, like a man who has looked too long into the abyss of absolute power. His eyes hold the dangerous combination of intelligence and complete detachment from normal human constraints.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Young adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 259
- Books
- 1
Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah began his rule as a young Fatimid caliph whose reign would become notorious for its extremes of persecution and destruction. His actions against Christians, including the demolition of the Holy Sepulchre, marked him as one of history's most infamous religious persecutors. His rule ended in assassination, brought about by the very impiety and despotism that had defined his exercise of power.
Description
A young Fatimid caliph with intense, unsettling features and the expression of someone who has moved beyond conventional morality. His eyes suggest both intelligence and dangerous instability. He wears the elaborate robes and headdress of a Fatimid ruler, rich fabrics and gold embroidery marking his elevated but isolated position.
Story so far
BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)
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