The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Goisvintha
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 163
There's an intensity to her presence that speaks of both royal dignity and fierce maternal authority. Her bearing suggests someone who expects absolute obedience and will enforce it without hesitation.
- Gender
- female
- Age
- 6th century AD
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 163
- Books
- 1
Goisvintha was a Gothic queen who wielded considerable maternal authority over Ingundis, a Catholic princess under her control. Her actions demonstrated the religious tensions of the period, as she persecuted Ingundis for her Catholic faith through violent means.
Description
A Gothic queen with the commanding presence of 6th century royalty. She wears richly embroidered robes in deep, regal colors, and her long dark hair is arranged in elaborate braids or covered with a noblewoman's veil. Gold jewelry adorns her fingers and neck, signifying her status. Her build is matronly yet authoritative, and her face bears the stern features typical of Gothic nobility accustomed to wielding power.
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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