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I read it originally about 1960 when it was first published and enjoyed reading it again - definitely an American classic. You don't have to - one size fits all. After purusing the many reviews, not much else can be said, except the summary would be "it's a classic," and should be read by every youngster, especially by the age of Scout and young people gaining their independence and starting to think for themselves. The reader gains insight into the human spirit and behavior, even though you don't live in Maycomb County, Alabama.
She is a young tomboy that lives with her dad, Atticus Finch, and her older brother, Jem. Another important component is a mysterious neighbor that never leaves his house, known as Boo Radley.
It was not like a lot of books where you can tell what is going to happen at the end of the book before it actually happens. I really enjoyed the book though at times it was a little upsetting.
To Kill A Mockingbird is a classic, inspirational story that changes in meaning every time you read it. He is to defend a Black man who was accused of beating and raping a white girl, in a time of racial prejudice.
Harper Lee keeps it interesting by throwing unexpected events in the story that keep you guessing till the very end. The story is told from the perspective of "Scout".
Atticus is a lawer that was just assigned one of the most important case of his life.
The product was in great shape as promised and delivered within the expected time frame.
It was okay, but not the best thing I'd ever read and I was far from astounded by it. I loved the quirks and the twists, the "spooky" nature of Boo, I cried at the story of Tom Robinson and I cheered at the dismal ending to Bob Ewell.But most of all, I felt ashamed of myself. It's amazing how false perceptions about things can keep something that really is good out of your life.A few months ago I decided to finally start opening up and reading some of the books that have always been touted as "required reading" for schools.
I could see Scout clearly and found myself catching my breath and blinking back tears more than a few times. Shame that I had let something silly like enjoying the shock people had when I told them I hadn't read this book - keep me from reading this book. I fell in love with Atticus - what an incredible man he was in this story.
Every time the name of this book came up, I would wrinkle my nose and shake my head "no" in response to the question "Have you read it.". I could picture the town, the setting. Truth be told, I denied myself something pretty special and I plan to make up for it by reading this one again and again.
Being homeschooled, I was never required to read any particular books - and as I read quite voraciously, it was never really an issue.A few months ago I read The Catcher in the Rye and did not see what the big issue was. With that further prejudice in mind I approached To Kill a Mockingbird with not a little bit of hesitation.I was sucked in almost immediately though.
What can be said about this book that has not been said before.It is, without a doubt, one of the best novels ever written by an American author.This ranks with all the masterpieces ever written.
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