The Night of the Iguana
What metaphors are used in The Night of the Iguana by Tennessee Williams?
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Shannon's release of the iguana is a mataphorical representation of the way in which many of the play's characters are struggling for their own personal freedom. When Shannon releases the iguana it becomes a symbol of his decision to cast away all bonds and remain at the hotel.
The Night of the Iguana