Aristotle’s idea on Tragedy and Aristotle says “Should have a flow or make some mistake. The hero need not need not die, but most undergo a change in fortune. The tragic hero may achieve some revelation fate, destiny, and the will of gods” (Aristotle, 1972). For example in Things fall Apart, Okonkwo’s greatest fault or hamartia is his pride. His own success as a self made man makes him impatient of others who are not successful. He fears that he will become like his father in the village and his pride leads to the abuse of his childrens and wives. Oknokwo is afraid of himself because he does not want to be weak. He has forgotten the duty that he owes himself. He also breaks the rule of community during peace week and yam festival by beating and shooting his
Aristotle’s idea on Tragedy and Aristotle says “Should have a flow or make some mistake. The hero need not need not die, but most undergo a change in fortune. The tragic hero may achieve some revelation fate, destiny, and the will of gods” (Aristotle, 1972). For example in Things fall Apart, Okonkwo’s greatest fault or hamartia is his pride. His own success as a self made man makes him impatient of others who are not successful. He fears that he will become like his father in the village and his pride leads to the abuse of his childrens and wives. Oknokwo is afraid of himself because he does not want to be weak. He has forgotten the duty that he owes himself. He also breaks the rule of community during peace week and yam festival by beating and shooting his