Examples Of Heroism In Catch 22

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Yossarian is only worried about himself and if he survives, therefore he fails at proving that he is any type of hero. Yossarian primary motivation for running away and leaving his squadron behind is that is did not want to face his barriers and troubles that have suddenly arisen, making him lack bravery and courage (453). In addition, abandoning his men is in no way heroic, he left for his own selfish reasoning. A hero is someone who is idealized for courage and noble qualities, Yossarian does not define this. ¨Sure there’s a catch . . . Catch-22. Anyone who wants to get out of combat duty isn’t really crazy¨ (52). However, being selfish does not make him a bad character, because not wanting to be in the war and only worrying about himself

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