The Lesson from "To Kill a Mockingbird"

Ok, I'm sure that if you've read this book, you might have your own opinions about the lesson in the story, but I think the lesson is that you shouldn't do something that is wrong just because it's popular. In the book, Atticus Finch must defend a black man named Tom Robinson acused of rape in 1930s Alabama. This is a tough job because the South at this time is still a racist society and is still even angry about it's defeat in the War Between the States. Many lawyers in this time wouldn't think of even trying to defend a black man in court. But Atticus doesn't believe in this and does everything he can to prove Tom is innocent. Even though many people don't believe in his views, Atticus knows it's the right thing to do and doesn't care what people say or think. To me, everyone should know and learn this lesson, that it's not always alright to "follow the crowd".

To Kill a Mockingbird Review

Well, I finally finshed the book and I have to agree with the people that said it was great. The plot was really good and the historical acuracy was top notch in my opinion. Ms. Lee was able to show us that you're only young once and you need to make the most of it, because once you're grown up, there's no turning back.