Child is the father of man n the world's view is much clear seen through a child's eyes. Anything that defies a child's logic is illogical for sure. so here u see the prejudice against coloured folks in Alabama in 1930's through a nine yr oldies eyes, but the same is true for every society in every era of civilization.
its a beautiful story where a lawyer stands up against the conventions of society to uphold what is correct. Atticus the lawyer, initially passes as the run of the mill folk who does nothing but reads newspaper. Even her daughter rues the fact that her father is good for nothing. but as u turn the pages he almost appears a superman. Atticus is an upright whose determination for upholding justice is complimented by his being a responsible father who sets right examples for his kids. he does no jaw dropping stunts but his presence is as reassuring as James Bond........ its not time to worry yet.
as for scout, the narrator, well..... i fell in love straightway. holy Christ !!! she is nothing more than a 9 yr old gal. but then i can wait for her to grow up. she is intelligent beyond her years, has innocence befitting her age, courageous n fiercely proud. n she poses questions which makes grown up ppl think.
other characters are equally well painted. you get your share of humour also that makes it a happy reading.
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Reading this review makes me feel like going thru the novel again though i finished it just a day ago.Harper Lee has very beautifully shown how people are blinded by prejudices and cannot see the truth which even a nine year old kid can see.This novel is a classic in true sense.
This book was Pulitzer Prize winner for the year 1962 and you wonder why? However it’s only after reading this book that it clears all your doubts. Anything that defies a child’s logic is illogical for sure and I cannot agree with you more. Although, I have read this book a year ago but after reading your review I realized my folly. I should have read it with a child-like perception. You gave me another chance to thank you.
Cheers.
Keep reading & keep writing.
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