think we know a hero when we see one. But pinning down those attributes is a challenge; your hero may not look much like mine. So it ’s worth asking: Are there certain immutable characteristics that have defined heroism across the ages? The men and women on the following pages are individuals of extraordinary distinction‚ but how do they stack up against the legends of the past? Although there are some timeless‚ universal qualities known as heroic‚ throughout history the idea of the hero has fluctuated
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‘We only need heroes in times of war or catastrophe’. Discuss with reference to a film or text of your choice. The film ‘Hero’ (2002)‚ directed by Yimou Zhang‚ is set during the ‘Warring States Period’ of Chinese Antiquity‚ prior to the unification of these states by the ‘first’ Chinese Emperor Qin Shi Huang ‚ the historic model for the film’s King of Qin . In a climate of terror and ruthless violence‚ minorities defend their right to exist as independent people‚ with separate linguistic and
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History of "Mahatma Gandhi" He is a father of our nation played a key portrayal in winning freedom for India introduced the conception of Ahimsa and Nonviolence. Mahatma Gandhi popularly famed as Theologiser of Dry played a stellar enactment in Bharat’s immunity endeavor. Innate in a Bania stemma in Kathiawar‚ Gujarat‚ his realistic obloquy was Mohandas Karamchand Statesman (M.K. Statesman). The claim Mahatma came to be associated with his epithet overmuch afterwards. Before Gandhiji’s traveler
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where from the myth of Rajiv being a Parsi was derived. Rajiv’s father Feroze‚ was Feroze Khan before he married Indira‚ against Kamala Nehru’s wishes. Feroze’s mother’s family name was Ghandy‚ often associated with Parsis and this was changed to Gandhi‚sometime before his wedding with Indira‚ by an affidavit. The fact of the matter is that (and this fact can be found in many writings) Indira was very lonely. Chased out of the Shantiniketan University by Guru Dev Rabindranath himself for misdemeanor
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Hero Brave‚ selfless‚ and courage these are qualities that may be found in a hero. According to stories read in class such as; “The Griffin and the Minor Cannon” by Stockton‚ and “Where I found my hero” by Oliver Stone. These stories demonstrate what hero’s qualities are. Also in the songs “Hero” by Mariah Carey and “Holding out for a Hero” by Bonnie Tyler‚ they have examples of what heroes are. There are 3 qualities for being a hero‚ and those are bravery‚ courage‚ and selflessness. Bravery is
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But what makes an individual a hero? What are the qualities that make a hero? Many things have been taken into account‚ and there have been many definitions‚ from dictionaries‚ to the extended definitions‚ and finally to our military’s definition of what it truly means to be a real hero. Webster’s dictionary defines a hero as an illustrious warrior; or a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities. This puts into perspective what we look for in a hero;. The last two apply to a more
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Vitorio Mrs. Brock English 004‚ Section 3 Definition Essay October 16‚ 2010 What Is a Hero? A movie hero is always thought of someone who is strong‚ smart‚ and good looking. A real hero is so much more than the usual cliches. By definition‚ a hero is a person who is admired or idealized for courage‚ outstanding achievements‚ or noble qualities. Therefore‚ a hero is courageous‚ brave‚ and unselfish. A hero is a person who is courageous. Courage is the strengths needed to face fears. Every
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ran onto the highway after he snuck out of an open door at a community center. This man should be considered a hero. Heroes are all different types of people and aren’t always noticed. People are recognized as heroes when they are unique‚ selfless‚ and strong. I think that a hero should be unique. Heroes stand out from others and are different from everyone else. I think that a hero should stand out from others because it shows people that they shouldn’t be afraid of being different. Heroes should
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In “Beowulf”‚ written by an author unknown‚ many people consider Beowulf to be the hero‚ because of its epic poem status‚ I would disagree with this statement. Some characteristics that can be attributed to heroes are: educated‚ just‚ humble‚ strong‚ and selfless. While this is only a short list some of these characteristics hold true for Beowulf. Unfortunately‚ a hero must have all of these adjectives‚ and many of these do not apply to Beowulf. Throughout the novel‚ there were many instances of
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Mahatma Gandhi Mohandas K. Gandhi‚ born in 1869 to wealthy parents‚ became a well known Hindu intellectual who led the Indian people in a boycott against British rule and a movement for independence. The harsh oppression of the British Colonial rulers in India and the strained relationship between Hindus and Moslems would have led to uprisings‚ riots‚ and even wars if not for the philosophy and guidance of Gandhi (Bulliet‚ 680). Known as “Mahatma‚” or “great soul‚” to his followers‚ Gandhi is credited
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