Altruism
For some a life of true fulfillment seems to be a present issue. Some allow materialistic things in life get in the way from living a life of selflessness. Others face issues such as illness that prevent themselves from experiencing life filled with happiness. However, there are some that although have lived through their darkest times are able to redeem themselves and live a purposeful life. In The Tale of Two cities, by Charles Dickens, Sydney Carton is an excellent example of one who was able create a better and more fulfilled life for himself. Even when some view his ending as a tragic one, it is clear that at the time of his death Sydney Carton had accomplished and become all that he longed to be in his younger years. Sydney …show more content…
Sydney soon faces one of the most powerful feelings in the world, love, that serves as his motivation for change and the inspiration for his major transformation. Love is an internal motivation that causes him to wish he were a better man, and eventually it causes him to be a better man. The purest form of love is expressed when one loves another without expecting a single thing in return, this affection is one that Sydney Carton has for his “golden-haired doll,” Lucie. This absolute selfless love is showcased as Carton makes the valiant move many fear, confessing his true feelings to the one he loves. During this confession, Carton also make it known to Lucie that he would do absolutely anything for her Carton claims, “...think now and then that there is a man who would give his life, to keep a life you love beside you” (183). Sydney Carton, reveals his complete devotion to the beautiful Lucie, with this confession Carton grows in strength of heart and begins to demonstrate heroism. Carton now experiences love, a feeling that gives new meaning to one’s life. However, the love that Carton feeling is more profound as he is content with the fact that his love in indeed not reciprocated. The man that once cared for no one has now found someone he would sacrifice all his has to keep happy, even if this happiness is besides another man. With Lucie as a constant supporter Sydney begins to …show more content…
He gives up his life in exchange for the safety of Darnay as an act of altruism proving that his life is worthwhile. In his resurrection Sydney gains a presence courage, bravery and protection. A scene in the novel that showcases Sydney’s drastic character change is described as he escorts Miss Pross back to the Manette home. As Miss Pross is holding Carton’s arm she experiences a sense of protection that was unusual and unknown for Sydney to radiet. Dickens narrates Miss Pross new interpretation of the renewed Sydney Carton , “...there was a braced purpose in the arm and a kind of inspiration in the eyes, which not only contradicted his light manner, but changed and raised the man” (328). Sydney has a reputation of being a weak and sulking man. To the people around him, he is best known for his pessimistic and petty attitude. However, in this scene Miss Pross is able to see his more heroic state. In this scene Sydney showcases his bravery and ability to protect those who are suffering around him, in this case the distraught Miss pross. Carton now has a purpose in life and this purpose makes him appear more respectable. His choice to sacrifice himself makes him the more honorable man and this new
For some a life of true fulfillment seems to be a present issue. Some allow materialistic things in life get in the way from living a life of selflessness. Others face issues such as illness that prevent themselves from experiencing life filled with happiness. However, there are some that although have lived through their darkest times are able to redeem themselves and live a purposeful life. In The Tale of Two cities, by Charles Dickens, Sydney Carton is an excellent example of one who was able create a better and more fulfilled life for himself. Even when some view his ending as a tragic one, it is clear that at the time of his death Sydney Carton had accomplished and become all that he longed to be in his younger years. Sydney …show more content…
Sydney soon faces one of the most powerful feelings in the world, love, that serves as his motivation for change and the inspiration for his major transformation. Love is an internal motivation that causes him to wish he were a better man, and eventually it causes him to be a better man. The purest form of love is expressed when one loves another without expecting a single thing in return, this affection is one that Sydney Carton has for his “golden-haired doll,” Lucie. This absolute selfless love is showcased as Carton makes the valiant move many fear, confessing his true feelings to the one he loves. During this confession, Carton also make it known to Lucie that he would do absolutely anything for her Carton claims, “...think now and then that there is a man who would give his life, to keep a life you love beside you” (183). Sydney Carton, reveals his complete devotion to the beautiful Lucie, with this confession Carton grows in strength of heart and begins to demonstrate heroism. Carton now experiences love, a feeling that gives new meaning to one’s life. However, the love that Carton feeling is more profound as he is content with the fact that his love in indeed not reciprocated. The man that once cared for no one has now found someone he would sacrifice all his has to keep happy, even if this happiness is besides another man. With Lucie as a constant supporter Sydney begins to …show more content…
He gives up his life in exchange for the safety of Darnay as an act of altruism proving that his life is worthwhile. In his resurrection Sydney gains a presence courage, bravery and protection. A scene in the novel that showcases Sydney’s drastic character change is described as he escorts Miss Pross back to the Manette home. As Miss Pross is holding Carton’s arm she experiences a sense of protection that was unusual and unknown for Sydney to radiet. Dickens narrates Miss Pross new interpretation of the renewed Sydney Carton , “...there was a braced purpose in the arm and a kind of inspiration in the eyes, which not only contradicted his light manner, but changed and raised the man” (328). Sydney has a reputation of being a weak and sulking man. To the people around him, he is best known for his pessimistic and petty attitude. However, in this scene Miss Pross is able to see his more heroic state. In this scene Sydney showcases his bravery and ability to protect those who are suffering around him, in this case the distraught Miss pross. Carton now has a purpose in life and this purpose makes him appear more respectable. His choice to sacrifice himself makes him the more honorable man and this new