Antony & Cleopatra - Compare the Mystical World w/ The Real World

Running head : Antony Cleopatra - Compare the Mystical World with the Real World

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Through his Antony and Cleopatra play , playwright William Shakespeare describes various phenomena through the actions of the main characters For example , the political , social , and moral condition of the societies of Rome and Egypt are described . Moreover , through the actions of Antony , Shakespeare presents clear pictures of the real world as well as the mystical world . Through the play , the playwright also analyses the issue of death , showing how the

Romans as well as the Egyptians view death . In effect , the play shows that Rome and Egypt are similar with regard to political , social , religious , and , moral convictions

For example , both Rome and Egypt are depicted as placing great emphasis on military might . The number and sophistication of soldiers thus indicates not only physical , but also social security for both communities . Pompey 's action in amassing soldiers to fight Antony 's side clearly demonstrates this concept , showing that Romans believe in the greatness of military forces (Shakespeare 76 . Similarly , Egypt 's Queen Cleopatra gathers her military forces to assist Antony in fighting Caesar 's forces

Moreover , the play shows that both the Romans as well as the Egyptians are unethical since they have the habit of not keeping their promises For instance , although Caesar is a signatory to the truce that makes peace between Pompey 's and Antony 's side , Caesar later disrespects the ceasefire agreement and fights Pompey . Such betrayal and unethical...