The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character

William II of Sicily

Also known as William the Good, William the Second

  • Supporting
  • First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 256

William II of Sicily is a supporting character in The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (Book 1).

Gender
male
Age
Young adult
First appears
Book 1 · Ch. 256
Books
1

William II of Sicily, known as William the Good, was the grandson of Roger II whose reign brought peace and justice to Sicily. The youth, innocence, and beauty of William the Second endeared him to the nation, creating a stark contrast with his predecessor. His rule transformed Sicily through the qualities that made him beloved—qualities that would earn him the epithet that distinguished him from William the Bad.

Description

A young adult ruler with the youth, innocence, and beauty that endeared him to his nation. His features reflect both royal dignity and the fresh appeal of one whose character has not yet been tested by the harsh realities of power.

Story so far

  1. 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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