The Rover What metaphors are used in The Rover by Aphra Behn? Asked by bookragstutor on 20 Aug 04:24 Last updated by Jill W on 27 Oct 07:47
Willmore acts not only as the rover but as signifier for the play's phallic logic. His name metaphorizes the trajectory of desire as he roves from bed to bed "willing more," making all satisfactions temporary and unsatisfying.