SALIMBENE

Jesters were the late night comedians of the day, and most monarchs loved jesters who would make fun of others in the court, but apparently Frederick allowed himself to be the butt of the humor—an indication of his self-confidence and even today, making fun of the government and the head of state is a hazardous occupation.

Jesters were the late night comedians of the day, and most monarchs loved jesters who would make fun of others in the court, but apparently Frederick allowed himself to be the butt of the humor—an indication of his self-confidence and even today, making fun of the government and the head of state is a hazardous occupation.