Also, since Macbeth was presented with an opportunity to become King, he, like many others, took it by their own will. Macbeth’s human quality to choose a path further provides evidence that Macbeth is not a victim of fate, and therefore qualifies as a tragic hero. Afterwards, Macbeth is convinces himself that there is “…no spur/To prick the sides of my intent, but only/Vaulting ambition, which o’erleaps itself“ (I.vii.25-28) Shakespeare illustrates how Macbeth makes rational decisions, making Macbeth a very sane character. Macbeth is able to justify his actions, and was temporary able to convince himself he will not go along with the plan to kill Duncan. His ambition, a flaw which Macbeth possess, was the only thing plus Lady Macbeth that kept Macbeth from turning the other way and not choosing to kill Duncan.
However, the relationship is one-sided, because his father expects him to be obedient and not argue with him. This a disappointing relationship because Henry's father tries to force Henry to do something he doesn't want to, also Henry decides not to go and disappoints his father. Another scene that shows the complexity of the relationship between Henry and his father is on page 263. His father is on his deathbed, and he tells Henry “I did it for you”, mentioning the letters that Henry had sent and received. Henrys’ father acted selfishly by stopping the communication between Henry and Keiko.
The major theme of The Scarlet Letter is individuality vs. conformity and the grave consequences of each; this is explicated in Hester’s defiance of societal expectations, and Rev. Dimmesdale’s choice to misrepresent his self in obedience to public opinion. “No man for any considerable period can wear one face to [his self] and another to the multitude, without finally getting bewildered as to which may be true” (Hawthorne 194). Rev. Dimmesdale chose to conform to society and be what they wanted him to be.
He didn’t want to justify his daddy’s blood, he didn’t want to be always having to do something that something else wanted him to do, that he didn’t know what it was and that was always dangerous”(135). Enoch’s blood is “wise,” meaning his fate was pre-determined by his blood. that He seemed out of control in his mind while his "blood" took over and guided him. I thought it meant that there was a connection between how his previous family such as his father turned out and how he would turn out, like his
For a society to thrive, it is crucial for its people to recognise and abide by its rules, both the written and unspoken. Albert Camus picks at this common knowledge in his novella ‘The Outsider’ when he uses character Meursault to challenge readers with the influence of absurdism. Put simply, Meursault is an absurdist not guided by morality, but rather by his own integrity. His perverse acts, most of which leave many aghast, are acts which are considerably unacceptable or punishable in society; the lack of grief in his mother’s death, the inability to assess his own feelings towards the woman he “doesn’t mind” marrying, and even killing an Arab which he had very feeble personal association with. But during the prosecution, rather than looking at why Meursault murdered the Arab, he is being trialled for not meeting society’s expectations when he refuses to answer moderately when asked why he committed the crime.
* Question the degree of the influence Edie has on him and his future. * He turned Edie away from being a nun. Both of them had an equally important influence on each other. This is where the subtlety and nuance. * Its more revenge and self-interest rather than the driving force behind his moralities * He is uneasy about taking on the role as whistle-blower * Struggles with the decision to abandon the code of D & D * He is indecisive until Charley’s death * Rage and desire seem to drive him rather than any desire to address a moral failing * After inquiry Terry is transformed into a stronger more positive version of himself.
This explains why Miller would choose to make John Proctor a modern hero, as opposed to the classic hero. Whereas traditional tragic heroes such as Oedipus or Hector would seem too ideal, a more American character with whom the audience can relate to better would inspire more empathy. Also, the reason that Arthur Miller chooses not to make John Proctor’s fate inevitable could be that by giving John Proctor a final chance at redemption, Miller is also trying to show the sacrifice that he made himself. Proctor’s fate is a result of his choices and his sins, but he chooses to meet his end with dignity and loyalty towards his friends, just as Miller felt he was
"You will die, Siddhartha." "I will die." This conversation between Siddhartha and his father explains what depths Siddhartha would go to to start his journey to enlightenment and happiness. Doing what he thought would be best for him, Siddhartha stood up against his father to pursue his goal. Both of these examples demonstrate that the journey may be difficult at times, and the consequences may be challenging at first, but the goal is worth the
John is conflicted between two sides that he must choose to belong to: the rule which he has been working for all his life or the resistance which is right and eventually assists him in overthrowing the rule. Although this particular choice affecting his side of belonging is critical, a member of the resistance, Mathew, assists him by relating to he’s opinions thus helping him understand what is right. This is shown as Mathew uses descriptive language to relate to johns identity and capture he’s attention “I know how you feel, emotionless, dead, sour, and with an unquenchable bitterness”. Immediately cinematic techniques such camera angles on Prestons face and physical expression of emotion make it somewhat definite that he is persuaded and is familiar with these feelings hence helping him understand. Preston finally accepts the right relationship and enjoys the peace from a positive sense of belonging.
In a dramatic dialogue with his father, Haemon defends the moral basis of Antigone's actions while warning his father that the people of Thebes sympathize with her determination to bury Polyneices. He and his father part in anger, as he simply asks his father to do what's right for Thebes, and his father stubbornly follows the path of least resistance. “Not here, no;she will not she will not die here, king. And you will never see my face again. Go on raving as long as you've a friend to endure you.” (3,132-134).