A hero is someone who does good deeds when no one is watching because they believe it is the right thing to do. Eddie Mabo was considered a hero because he displays heroic qualities such as bravery, honesty and standing up for what’s right for others around him. This essay will argue why Eddie is considered a hero. The article “Eddie Mabo hailed a hero by indigenous community leaders on anniversary of the landmark decision” by Mark Rigby. The author uses language features to create a heroic representation of Eddie. Eddie Mabo is considered a hero because he recognised the Australian law of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander rights to their land. The quote “if Gandhi was a hero to the Indian nation, then Mabo is the same, that’s how we see
