Defining the Tragic Hero
Words: 739 Pages: 2 12123Aristotle's tragic hero stalks through literature's halls, pride before fall, greatness turned to dust by fatal flaws. According to his definition, a tragic hero is a character of noble stature who is flawed by a secret weakness, leading to their inevitable downfall. This character faces their demise with courage and dignity, making them a figure of both admiration and pity. In William Shakespeare's renowned play, *Macbeth*, the titular character embodies these Aristotelian traits, making him a quintessential tragic hero. This […]