Every generation has its own heroes that display, what they believe to be, ideal
             characteristics. While each is different in their own way, many of these role models
             share similar qualities. Most tend to have courage, strength, compassion, or another
             respected trait, but this is not necessarily why they win the adoration of their
             followers. Cyrano De Bergerac is a perfect example of how many protagonists win our
             allegiance because his sensibilities will not be denied, because he lives life to the hilt,
             and because he is a victim of his surroundings.
             If there was ever a figure who would not be denied his sensibilities, it is Cyrano. When
             lovers admit, "I'd die for you," it is usually only a figure of speech. Cyrano actually
             crossed over enemy lines every day simply to mail love letters. He also confessed to
             her, "My mother made it clear that she didn't find me pleasant to look at. I had no
             sister. Later, I dreaded the thought of seeing mockery in the eyes of a mistress.
             Thanks to you I've at least had a woman's friendship, a gracious presence to soften
             the harsh loneliness of my life." When Cyrano admits, "My heart always timidly hides its
             self behind my mind," the reader can instantly relate to this dilemma but it is the fact
             that Cyrano is able to overcome it that makes him a hero.
             Not only is Cyrano filled with emotion, but he also goes out of his way to live life to the
             fullest. Cyrano's introduction to the reader definitely leaves a lasting impression. Not
             only does he banish an actor from the theater for performing poorly, but he proceeds to
             recite poetry while dueling with another member of the audience. Every moment of
             Cyrano's life is filled with action like this. When he was informed that one hundred men
             were going to kill his friend, Ligniére, he was thrilled with the idea of fighting all these
             men at once, and, of course, he succ...