Atticus Finch Heroism Analysis

According to Atticus Finch, heroism is “when you know you’re licked before you begin but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what. You rarely win, but sometimes you do.” Heroism occurs in many different shapes and sizes. There are several different components to being a hero. Heroes in fairy tales are usually strong, undeniably brave, and always come out victorious in the end. However, there are other types of heroes as well. Children who have survived cancer, or other fatal diseases, are considered heroes. It is the bravery of those children that is admirable. As the old saying goes, great things can come in small packages. In other words, it is possible for anyone and everyone to be a hero.
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines bravery as “the quality that allows someone to do things that are dangerous or frightening: the quality or state of being brave.” Bravery is one of the most important attributes of a hero. Whether it’s saving a victim from a fire or standing up for what is right, bravery is involved. Firemen are everyday heroes; they rescue people and their homes from fire. Firemen would be incapable of risking their lives everyday if they had no courage, Children can even be brave. When necessary, a child could possess the courage to stand up for what is right.
Superman is often depicted saving buses full of orphans or saving the city from a super villain. He was born with extraordinary powers; he could have chosen to use his powers to his benefit. Instead, Superman chose to employ his powers to help average citizens. Selflessness is when a hero puts others’ safety before their own. This trait is important because without it, heroes would be selfish and only help themselves. Without the help of everyday heroes, people could be seriously injured, or suffer emotionally. That is why it is imperative that heroes are selfless and always put others before