Antony and Cleopatra, Act 3, Scene 10 summary
Act 3, Scene 10 of 42 · 2 min to read the scene
In Act 3, Scene 10, Enobarbus and Scarus report that the Egyptian fleet flees and Antony abandons the battle to follow it, destroying their hopes of victory. Canidius decides to surrender his forces to Caesar, while Enobarbus chooses to remain with Antony against his own reason.
What happens
- Canidius and Taurus cross with their armies in opposite directions before the sounds of a sea battle begin.
- Enobarbus reports that the Egyptian flagship retreats with all sixty ships.
- Scarus says Antony follows the fleeing Egyptian woman, abandoning a battle in which his side appears stronger.
- Canidius confirms the disaster and says the fugitives head toward Peloponnesus.
- Scarus plans to wait there, while Canidius decides to surrender his troops to Caesar.
- Enobarbus resolves to follow Antony despite his judgment against doing so.
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In this scene
What to notice
Enobarbus recognizes the conflict between his loyalty and his judgment. His decision contrasts directly with Canidius’s choice to surrender.
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What does Canidius decide to do after the retreat?
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