Sophocles' Character of Antigone: Tragic Hero or Egotistical Martyr. This paper will examine the character Antigone as a "tragic hero". This paper will argue that neither her gender nor her actions are in agreement with the Greek conception of a hero, and that contradictions in here character can be understood in the context of the sexism of ancient times. 5 pgs. 8 f/c. 5b. Pages: 5 Bibliography: 5 source(s) listed Filename: 2440 Antigone Tragic Hero.doc Price: 44.75