The Concept of the Anti-hero

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The Concept of the Anti-hero

Definition A central figure in a work that repels us by his or her actions or morality, yet who is not a villain. The Anti-hero accomplishes a useful purpose or even does heroic deeds.

More Anti-hero Attributes: Lacks heroic qualities, such as: courage, physical prowess, and fortitude They distrust traditional values Unable to commit to any ideals Feel helpless and that the world is out of control Accept, even celebrate their positions as social outcasts

Anti-Hero’s Also Often Have: a lack of courage, honesty, or grace, And deal with: weaknesses and confusion They may also be pathetic

Catcher in the Rye contains An “Anti-hero” protagonist who has redeeming qualities, conflict with authority figures, muses about the “meaning of life,” attempts to play act adult roles, thinks about death, and deals with the loss of innocence

Famous Anti-Heroes Huckleberry Finn from The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Holden Caulfield from Catcher in the Rye

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