The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Montius
Also known as Montius quaestor
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 81
Authority clings to him like a second skin, the kind of man whose position has taught him to speak with unhesitating command. His bearing suggests someone who has grown accustomed to having his words carry weight.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 81
- Books
- 1
Montius served as quaestor of the palace under the Roman administration, a position that placed him at the center of imperial authority. His confrontation with Gallus demonstrated both the reach and the vulnerability of such officials when political tensions escalated beyond control.
Description
A Roman official whose bearing reflects his elevated position, with the stern countenance of one accustomed to authority. His features carry the haughtiness of administrative power, and his robes mark him clearly as a quaestor of the palace. His presence commands attention through the weight of his office rather than physical stature.
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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