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Characters explained
This chapter lists the characters appearing in Part I and Part II of the work, including historical and fictional figures such as Constantine, Gallicanus, Julian the Apostate, and various saints and soldiers.
What happens
This chapter lists the characters appearing in Part I and Part II of the work, including historical and fictional figures such as Constantine, Gallicanus, Julian the Apostate, and various saints and soldiers.
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Narrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Drusiana’s desperate plea for death to preserve her chastity and prevent another’s sin represents the emotiona…
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Follow the arc while readingCharacters to notice
- Gallicanus
Listed as a character in both Part I and Part II.
- Constantine
The Emperor Constantine appears in Part I.
- Julian the Apostate
Listed as a character in Part II.
- John
Grand Almoner to Constance in Part I.
- Paul
Grand Almoner to Constance in Part I.
- Helena
Mother of Constantine, listed in Part I.
