Antony and Cleopatra

• eNotes
• eText
• Salem on Literature
• Related Resources
• Lesson Plans
• Group

Antony and Cleopatra | Act IV, Scenes 7, 8, and 9: Summary and Analysis

Summary
Scene 7 takes place on the battlefield. Several hours have passed since the last scene, and Octavius’ forces are in retreat before the victorious forces of Antony. Scarrus, although wounded, is game for more of the battle. His courage and enthusiasm greatly encourage Antony, who responds as the great military commander he once was and appears to be again now.

Scene 8 occurs a bit later, when the forces loyal to Antony realize that they have won the battle (although not yet the war). Antony sends messengers to Cleopatra to tell her of the victory and ask her to prepare...

[The entire page is 395 words long]

Navigate

See Also:

• - Read the Antony and Cleopatra text online.
• - For teachers, the Antony and Cleopatra Lesson Plan.
• - Antony and Cleopatra summary and study guide in the eNotes.

Tell a friend about Antony and Cleopatra at eNotes.