a tragic hero
•Is responsible for his own fate
•Has a tragic flaw (hamartia) – an error or defect that leads to downfall such as greed, pride or ambition. Such a flaw can be a result of bad character, bad judgment, an inherited weakness, or any other defect of character. This tragic flaw causes the character’s destruction
•The character learns through suffering
•The conclusion of his actions brings release from the passion/emotions (catharsis)
•Is pitied and honoured
•Has a tragic flaw (hamartia) – an error or defect that leads to downfall such as greed, pride or ambition. Such a flaw can be a result of bad character, bad judgment, an inherited weakness, or any other defect of character. This tragic flaw causes the character’s destruction
•The character learns through suffering
•The conclusion of his actions brings release from the passion/emotions (catharsis)
•Is pitied and honoured