One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest: A Book of a Heroic Leader

In Ken Kesey's novel One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, there are many similarities between the religious figure of Jesus Christ and the chief protagonist in the novel, Randle Patrick McMurphy. Although neither McMurphy's actions nor his physical appearance is the same as those of Jesus Christ, they both share similar motives for their actions. Regardless of the consequences they both seek to help others. On the contrary, in Webster's dictionary it states that a hero is considered to be any man noted for courage or nobility of purpose, especially one who risks or sacrifices his life for others. McMurphy displays heroic qualities in many instances throughout his time on the ward. During his time on the ward he not only portrays himself as a hero, but a leader as well, by showing a...