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"Antony and Cleopatra" is a tale of two lovers and their ultimate demise. Although they lust for one another, the true basis of their relationship is merely a game. Throughout this play, Antony and Cleopatra work against each other to bring about their downfall. After the biggest defeat in Antony's military career, he blames Cleopatra for his fall from power: This fowl Egyptian hath betrayed me...Hast sold me to this novice, and my heart...O, this false soul of Egypt! (4.12.11-27)Antony becomes "the noble ruin of her magic" after she encourages him to wage war on the sea and promises h
Antony and Cleopatra's relationship is flawed as a result of the conflict between duty and pleasure. Antony's love for her surpasses his political responsibilities as well. After Antony loses his power, Cleopatra understands that in order to preserve her position as Queen of Egypt she must become loyal to Caesar. Although Cleopatra is partly to blame for this tragedy, Antony is equally at fault. Realizing how dangerous her situation is, Cleopatra flees and sends a message to Antony saying she is dead. Antony says, "Let Rome in Tiber melt, and the wide arch / Of the ranged empire fall! Here is my space!" (1. Through their lack of maturity, it is evident that Antony and Cleopatra are mutually responsible for their doom. Not only does Cleopatra ruin Antony's military reputation and honor, but she also destroys his will to live. / Where souls do couch on flowers, we'll hand in hand, / And with our sprightly port makes the ghosts gaze" (4.
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