What are some examples of heroism in 'The Power of One?'

Peekay endures difficulties at every stage in which he finds a way to conquer. At school he faces abuse from Judge; subsequently, he gets help from a medicine man who assists him to assume the rule of “the power of one’. Moreover, uses the magic chicken and camouflage to navigate through the hostile environment in school. Additionally, when imprisoned in Barberton prison Peekay finds a way to cope with the new territory. He emerges as a popular character within the prison while also honing on his boxing skills. All through to the conclusion of the narrative, he faces obstacles of which he overcomes eventually as he excels in every venture he undertakes. Even finally facing his childhood bully and enacts his revenge later on in his life. Hence, the essence of the story is Peekay’s willpower throughout his adventurous life.