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Catiline's Brutality (Plutarch)
- Plutarch recounts how Catiline killed his brother, then had him posthumously condemned.
- He also murdered Marcus Marius, presenting his head to Sulla in the forum.
Sallust's Perspective on Catiline
- Sallust, a contemporary historian, details Catiline's character and motivations.
- Catiline's ambition was fueled by his lack of wealth and past crimes.
Catiline's Followers
- Sallust blames the decline of Roman morals for Catiline's rise.
- Catiline attracted followers who were depraved, criminal, and desperate.