In my opinion, Richard is the fallen. hes been captured, taken away from everybody he knows and loves. he doesn't think he will ever see Kahlan or anybody again. however he holds fast to his values. his beliefs. and he stays true to himself. as a proud man in a city of mediocrity. he would rather die being a proud man, in making that statue of life. then live in a city that worships death. thats what i believe the title means.