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The Ro earthtic Hero in F wholly of the signaling of Usher, Rip Van Winkle, and May-Pole of homophile(a) Mount Hero n. a man of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his brave deeds and solemn qualities. Though this is the definition of hired gun according to Random House Websters Dictionary, the amatory interpretation of hero is quite different. A Romantic hero is usu anyy somewhat innocent and c befree, separate from the masses, and is almost always on some type of journey. This hero is idealistic, non-conforming, and rarely lives in the here and now, but, on the contrary, is well rounded, skilled in some fashion, and able to communicate with all walks of life. Romantic heroes are found in the works of Nathaniel Hawthorne, Edgar Allen Poe, and Washington Irving. Edith and Edgar are the hero and heroine of The May-Pole of zippy Mount by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Though the people of rejoiced Mount are themselves romantic, these two characters typify authentic Romantic qualities. In this short story, May is a time for renewal, merriment, and celebration. This season is full of color, laughter, and animal-like costumes. at heart the ring of the monsters, appeared the two airiest forms (624). Edith and Edgar, the focus of the festivities, are getting married and are adorned with vibrant garments therefore, are the most beautiful and admired of the Merry Mount group. They are both young and innocent, which is also an attribute of Romantic heroes. While waiting for the ceremony to begin, Edgar glances at Edith and is surprised by her disposition. He questions her pensive look and explains to her that nothing of futurity will be brighter than the chaste remembrance of what is now passing(625). Edith then acknow... ... In conclusion, not all definitions of hero can be found in the dictionary. Washington Irving, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Edgar Allen Poe furnish three contrasting portraits of a Romantic hero. Ri p, Edith and Edgar, and Roderick may not contact Websters shoes of criteria, but their wardrobe is truly Romantic. Works CitedHawthorne, Nathaniel. The May-Pole of Merry Mount. The Norton Anthology of American Literature. Ed. Nina Bayn. New York Norton & Company, 1999. 623-630.Irving, Washington. Rip Van Winkle. The Norton Anthology of American Literature. Ed. Nina Bayn. New York Norton & Company, 1999. 429-439. Poe, Edgar Allen. The transcend of the House of Usher. The Norton Anthology of American Literature. Ed. Nina Bayn. New York Norton & Company, 1999. 717-730.