The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Agathocles
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 108
Agathocles is a minor character in The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Book 1).
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 108
- Books
- 1
Agathocles stands as the ancient Greek tyrant whose desperate tactics—most notably the burning of his own ships to eliminate any possibility of retreat—inspired later commanders facing similar do-or-die situations. His example became a touchstone for understanding the psychology of absolute rulers when cornered, demonstrating how the most extreme measures can sometimes yield the most unexpected victories.
Description
A figure of classical Greek authority with strong, commanding features and the bearing of one born to rule without question. His dark hair and traditional Greek attire mark him as a product of the Hellenistic world, while his presence radiates the absolute confidence of a tyrant who has learned that survival often demands the most extreme measures.
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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