To what extent can Gatsby be considered a tragic hero? Before we can judge if Jay Gatsby is a tragic hero‚ we should look at the exact definition of a tragic hero. According to the classic definition‚ a tragic hero is a «great or virtuous character in a dramatic tragedy who is destined for downfall‚ suffering‚ or defeat»1‚ and Oedipus‚ from the Greek Legends‚ is defined as the classic tragic hero. So‚ is Gatsby then a classic tragic hero‚ by definition? ! Even if the book itself is called «Great
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There are many people and characters who can be considered tragic heroes. For example‚ in William Shakespeare’s play‚ Macbeth‚ the main character shows many qualities of a tragic hero. A tragic hero is any character that seems heroic at first‚ but has a tragic flaw and makes a serious error in judgment‚ ultimately leading to their downfall. In this play‚ a valiant soldier named Macbeth receives a prophecy from three witches that he will become King of Scotland. He is spurred by his ambition to kill
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Macbeth Project Part I- The Tragic Hero Both Aristotle and Shakespeare included the presence of a rigid code of conduct in their definitions of “hero”‚ but they didn’t need them to be morally upright. The inventory of people who could be heroes included sinners; the requirement to be nice is never even suggested by either‚ and “fitness of character” is more about determination and discipline than anything else. Aristotle preferred that the hero be “good or fine” in The Poetics‚ but he also implied
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Macbeth: Macbeth The Tragic Hero The most recent meaning of the word Tragic Hero as defined by Microsoft Works dictionary is "A hero of noble stature whose fortunes are reversed as a result of weakness." Many characters in the play were affected by tragedy for a number of reasons‚ but without argue‚ Macbeth and his reverse of fortunes are due to his own actions‚ and the rest of the cast were merely victims of this. Macbeth’s action’s lead to his very nemises. From the beginning of the play this
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The term “tragic hero” was first introduced by Aristotle‚ Greek philosopher and playwright‚ around 2‚400 years ago. A tragic hero is defined as‚ “a great or virtuous character in a dramatic tragedy who is destined for downfall‚ suffering‚ or defeat(dictionary.com).” To first be identified as a tragic hero one must be virtuous or noble but have a character flaw and/or make a bad decision. This decision or trait will lead to a run of misfortune which the hero knows that he is to blame. Despite this
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In Macbeth by William Shakespeare‚ Macbeth could be considered as a tragic hero as defined by Aristotle. Namely‚ Macbeth is of noble stature and although he has a character flaw‚ his fate is not wholly deserved. Too late‚ Macbeth realises that he has been tricked; leading the readers to pity him. According to Aristotle: “a tragic hero is a character of noble stature”. It is seen that Macbeth is a respected nobleman as he is titled “Thane of Cawdor and Glamis”. “Brave Macbeth” is a mighty warrior
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Written by M.A. 3-5-12 Macbeth as a Tragic Hero The character Macbeth‚ in Shakespeare’s Tragedy Macbeth displays several characteristics of a tragic hero. Common traits that tragic heroes possess are they are born of noble birth‚ their actions result in an increase of self-awareness and self-knowledge‚ the audience must feel pity and fear for this character and the most important‚ they have a tragic flaw that eventually leads to his downfall. Tragic heroes also make choices that bring about
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Period 6 Homework Macbeth: the Ultimate Tragic Hero The story of Shakespeare’s Macbeth is extremely well known and has been read and told for many years. Macbeth’s characteristics are very distinct‚ although they change throughout the course of the play. It is Macbeth who makes the story compelling and interesting. He is the protagonist in the play‚ but along with this‚ he also has a huge flaw‚ which results in the turn of events in the story. Macbeth is a tragic hero; a character that suffers
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Macbeth is a butcher." Discuss this statement exploring the ideas of Macbeth as a tragic hero and that the murder may or may not be entirely his fault. In your answer consider the role of the witches‚ Lady Macbeth‚ Macbeth’s indecision and his fatal flaw‚ ambition. You must support your answer with specific reference to and quotes from the play. The play‚ "Macbeth" by Shakespeare is entirely focused on the main character‚ Macbeth. In this play there are many complex themes and symbols
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Shakespeare‚ one of the world’s greatest authors‚ is credited for making his play‚ Macbeth‚ a tragedy‚ but people argue that the play is either a tragic hero or kindhearted villain type of play. I agree that Macbeth is a tragic hero play and not a kindhearted villain. Many things such as witches‚ kings‚ and friends become obstacles for Macbeth who has been lead to believe he will be king. Macbeth‚ in my opinion‚ is a hero that will be told many wonderful rewards for his bravery that will start to
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