Essays on Heroes in Cyrano De Bergerac :: Cyrano Bergerac

Cyrano De Bergerac Heroes   Every generation has its own heroes that display, what they believe to be, ideal characteristics. While each is various in their own way, many of these role models share similar qualities. Most tend to have courage, strength, compassion, or another respected trait, moreover this is not inevitably why they win the adoration of their followers.   Cyrano De Bergerac is a perfect example of how many protagonists win our allegiance because his sensibilities will not be denied, because he lives feel to the hilt, and because he is a victim of his surroundings. If there was ever a figure who would not be denied his sensibilities, it is Cyrano. When lovers admit, "Id die for you," it is usually only a figure of speech. Cyrano actually cover over enemy lines every day simply to mail love letters. He also confessed to her, "My mother made it clear that she didnt find me pleasant to matter at. I had no sister. Later, I dreaded the thought of seeing mockery in the eyes of a mistress. Thanks to you Ive at least had a womans friendship, a gracious presence to soften the harsh loneliness of my life. " When Cyrano admits, "My heart always timidly hides its self behind my mind," the reader can instantly relate to this dilemma but it is the fact that Cyrano is able to overcome it that makes him a hero. Not only is Cyrano filled with emotion, but he also goes out of his way to live life to the fullest. Cyranos introduction to the reader definitely leaves a lasting impression. Not only does he banish an actor from the theater for performing poorly, but he restitution to recite poetry while dueling with another member of the audience. Every moment of Cyranos life is filled with action like this. When he was informed that one snow men were going to kill his friend, Lignire, he was thrilled with the idea of fighting all these men at once, and, of course, he succeeded. How could anyone not love this man who takes Carpe Diem to its to the highest degree extreme form? Also, Cyrano is a victim of his surroundings. This may be the one characteristic that completely wins over the reader. Cyranos most obvious flaw is his grotesque nose, but this would not be so awful if the people around him didnt care.