ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -A literary tragedy is a written piece that consists of courageous, noble characters who must confront powerful obstacles, external or from within. These characters are the epitome of bravery. They show the depth of the human spirit in the face of danger, defeat, and even death.

Detailed explanation-2: -Tragic heroes typically have heroic traits that earn them the sympathy of the audience, but also have flaws or make mistakes that ultimately lead to their own downfall. In Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, Romeo is a tragic hero.

Detailed explanation-3: -Some of the most famous examples of tragic heroes in literature can be found in Shakespeare’s plays. Among Shakespeare’s most famous tragic heroes are Othello, Macbeth, Hamlet, and Romeo.

Detailed explanation-4: -External pressure: Shakespeare’s tragic heroes often fall victim to external pressures. Fate, evil spirits, and manipulative characters all play a hand in the hero’s downfall.