Antony and Cleopatra · Character
Canidius
A lieutenant general serving under Antony.
minor
Also known as Canidius Marcus Octavius, Canidius To Caesar, Canidius Soldier
First appearance: Scene VII
Canidius shows up with force in Scene VII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Questions Antony's decision to fight by sea and reports on the disposition of land forces.
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In Scene VII: Questions Antony's decision to fight by sea and reports on the disposition of land forces. Later, in Scene X: Reports the naval defeat and decides to yield his forces to Caesar, noting that six kings have…
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- Roman political and military figures
- Protagonist
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This is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of Antony’s degradation: he…
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