Aristotle defined a tragic hero as a man who " falls into misfortune through some

flaw." In the play Macbeth by William Shakespeare, this definition of a tragic hero by Aristotle

relates, and Macbeth is portrayed as a man who falls from his position of honor and respect due to

a flaw in character which eventually turns into a tragic death. Macbeth is a good example of a tragic

hero. Although Macbeth has a good nature, he unfortunately contributes to his own fate more than

what is implied. All of the strengths that Macbeth has, soon turn out to be his weaknesses.

At the beginning of Macbeth, he was a military hero, and was praised and loved by the

people. Macbeth had defeated many of the troops and was highly trusted by everybody. Even King

Duncan said, "He is a gentleman on whom I...