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Marcus Brutus

A senator at war with himself, loved by everyone and certain of nothing, who joins the plot against Caesar while insisting he still loves the man he strikes.

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Also known as Brutus, noble Brutus, gentle Brutus, old Brutus, Lord Brutus

First appearance: act i

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Brutus moves through Rome as the man everyone wishes would open his eyes to his own worth, the noble name Cassius needs to legitimize any conspiracy. He confesses to Cassius that he is vexed with private passions and…

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Character Web

29 connections

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JCJulius CaesarCCCaius CassiusMAMark AntonyLULuciusSTStratoMBMarcus Brutus

Relationship types

  • Psychological
  • Friendship
  • Rivalry
  • Professional

Character groups

  • Protagonist
  • Conspirators and Key Figures

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Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Marcus Brutus in act i