By definition, a hero is a person who characteristically portrays ability or great strength and more so adored for his achievements. Moreover, Aristotle describes a hero as a person who exhibits nobility in his nature even when he discovers his fate through his own actions. Undoubtedly, Okonkwo befits all the above descriptions not only because he has the bravery and shows self-motivation, but also because he is the main protagonist whom the reader is made to focus on by the author. Moreover, Okonkwo as a respected leader in Umuofia still has tragic flaws and as such discovers his fate as a result of his actions.
