The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Calocerus
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 78
There's something almost pitiable about this man's presence—the kind of awkward determination that comes from being thrust into circumstances far beyond one's station. His bearing suggests someone who has been caught up in events much larger than himself.
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 78
- Books
- 1
Calocerus emerged as an obscure leader of rebellion or tumult in the island of Cyprus, rising from his humble origins as a camel-driver to command a following in resistance against established authority. His brief moment of prominence ended when he was apprehended and burnt alive in the marketplace of Tarsus, a grim reminder of the fate awaiting those who challenged imperial power during this period.
Description
An obscure man with weathered, sun-darkened skin and the rough features of a camel-driver, wearing simple, practical clothing suited to his humble station. His awkward bearing and desperate eyes suggest someone caught up in events far beyond his experience or capabilities.
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)
Appearances
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