Antony and Cleopatra What metaphors are used in Antony and Cleopatra by William Shakespeare? Asked by bookragstutor on 20 Aug 04:16 Last updated by Jill W on 19 Jul 13:21
In Act I, Scene V, Cleopatra vainly remembers her effect on the characters of Caesar and Pompey, citing that her memories are a "delicious poison". The "delcious poison" serves as a metaphor for her own suicide.