The Humbugs of the World · Character
Apollonius Tyanaeus
A first-century sage who advised emperors, dodged a death sentence by vanishing, and left Barnum wondering where miracle ends and humbug begins.
supporting
Also known as young Apollonius, Apollonius, the mighty Apollonius
First appearance: ix
As a supporting figure in The Humbugs of the World, Apollonius Tyanaeus is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
The central figure of the chapter, an ancient sage or impostor from Tyana, whose life and miraculous deeds are detailed.
Apollonius Tyanaeus first appears in 0014 ix.
In Apollonius of Tyana: The central figure of the chapter, an ancient sage or impostor from Tyana, whose life and miraculous deeds are detailed.
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- Miscellaneous Humbugs and Dupes
- Diamond Necklace Conspirators
- Moon Hoax and Barnum Dupes
- Barnum's Associates and Hoaxers
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Apollonius Tyanaeus in ix