The Cream of the Jest · Character
Tiberius
The Roman emperor, mentioned in the narrative's historical scope.
minor
Also known as Tiberius Caesar, Caesar
First appearance: xvi they come to a high place
Tiberius shows up with force in XXIII: Economic Considerations of Piety. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The Roman Emperor, ill at Capreae, who considers adopting Christ as a state deity for political and financial gain.
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