Book Report On Atticus Finch

Atticus Finch is widely regarded as one of the most influential characters in modern literature. His pivotal role in the novel To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee exemplifies this influence and demonstrates his positive effect on his children, Jem and Scout. Throughout the novel, Atticus leads by example and provides lessons and teachings for his children to follow. His wisdom proves to be an instrumental part in the maturation and development of his children, and helps them to grow, learn, and adapt to the changing world around them. Atticus Finch teaches his children important lessons by forcing Jem read to Mrs. Dubose, remaining pacifistic, and defending Tom Robinson; therefore, he is a beneficial father and role model for his children.

True role models are those who possess the qualities that we would want to have in the near future and those who interest us in a way that make us want to be a better person. They teach us more about ourselves and encourage us to make better choices. A role model is not just someone who is successful, but someone who has had similar experiences that we have had. In the novel To Kill A Mockingbird, Harper Lee demonstrates that Atticus Finch is a true role model. Over the course of the novel, Atticus stands up for his beliefs, respects everyone despite who they are and behaves as a true father. Atticus is truly the ideal role model.

Lastly, Atticus has a heart of courage, he will never give up. Atticus shows his courage just in the fact that he kept his children when his wife died. Many working men in this condition would just send their children to their sister or

Atticus is a wise father and helps his children accept people no matter how they look or act. This is evident when he says “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view.” (Lee 33). Throughout the novel, Jem and Scout mature at different paces. Atticus guides his children as they begin to grow and mature. “It ain’t right, Atticus,” said Jem.” “No son, It’s not right.” (Lee 243). When Atticus lost the case, Jem expressed how he felt. He had tears on his face. Here was a turning point for Jem because he was old enough to understand the case. Atticus comforted him and agreed it was not right. Atticus shows affection towards his children when they saved him from trouble with “the mob”. “As they passed under a streetlight, Atticus reached out and massaged Jem’s hair, his one gesture of affection.” (Lee 176). At first, Atticus may have been frustrated with his children being at the office. Then, their innocence saved him. Atticus has many characteristics and is a loving father. Atticus displays a valuable lesson about equality and fairness for his children.

In the book to kill a mocking bird attics finch is a good man. Attics Finch was criticized for defunding a black man in court for a crime he didn’t comment. Even though he was criticized he was still a good man he was brave, smart, and kind.

It is widely believed that Atticus Finch is one of the greatest heroes of modern literature. My opinion varies greatly with this remark. Atticus Finch is not a hero because he only had greater morals than the people of his time, he wanted to be a good role model for his children, and was only doing his job as a lawyer. It was his responsibility to defend Tom Robinson and give him an honest trial. He may have done things out of the way, but that was just to demonstrate his point. Atticus also never did anything for the benefit of other people. He only put himself in danger to prove his point.

Ever heard of the one and only Atticus Finch? The way he raises and teaches his children makes him the best parent in town! Atticus is a character in To Kill a Mockingbird, a novel that took place in Maycomb, Alabama during racism and economic problems. In the story, Atticus is a lawyer that was defending an African-American man who was accused of raping a white woman. He had two children which took care of by himself, with the help of a female maid in their household. Atticus had to raise the two children without a wife, and also went to work daily to deal with important business. In Harper Lee’s novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, Atticus Finch is a good parent because he is courageous and a very good role model for his children.

In Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird there is a strong relationship between the father, Atticus Finch, and the son, Jem Finch. Throughout the story there are many times when Atticus has to teach Jem to have the correct behavior towards people who said many hateful things about his father, and when Atticus has to correct him on other foolish acts a boy his age does. Atticus had to teach him how to treat people when he destroyed the plants in Mrs. Dubose's yard, when he learns about his father defending a black man, and the time when he snuck up in the Radley's yard. Jem also learns many valuable life lessons from the ways Atticus deals with all of the hatred towards him and his family.

This quote shows how he wants be a role model for his children by taking a court case in which he has to defend a African American which back then was a huge thing to do since everyone discriminated against. He was trying to show the right path of not discriminating against others. Another example of Atticus setting a good example for his children is When Atticus went to jail to protect Tom Robinson late at night, he puts himself in danger in order to stand up for justice. Suddenly a lynch mob came which consisted of the Cunninghams. They started to riot against Atticus for protecting Tom Robinson.

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee has many characters, but the one who impresses me the most is Atticus Finch. Atticus shows the true meaning of being brave, wise, and what it is to be a loving father. He shows a true example of bravery when he shoots the wild and uncontrolled dog on the road from getting into their home street. Atticus showed true bravery by defending a black man when no one else would. He is especially wise when it comes to raising his children. He disciplines his children with respect therefore, his children obey him without questioning. Additionally, he is a wise lawyer who tried to prove that Tom Robinson was not guilty for raping Mayelle Ewell due to his handicapped arm. Lastly, Atticus Finch is a loving father

Better at Parenting or Being a Lawyer? “A father is a man who expects his children to be good as he meant to be.” Carol Coats. Being a single parent and working a long hourly job is not easy.

People see heroes as imaginary characters, but anyone can be a true hero if he has the passion and heart to help others. In the novel To Kill a Mocking bird by Harper Lee, Atticus Finch is truly a hero because he has the heart to make a difference in the society and the compassion to help others. Atticus is known for many qualities he displayed during the novel because he was willing to accept cases that could bring trouble to him and his family. He is a single father but tries his best to teach his children certain values and morals. Atticus Finch is definitely a heroic character because he accepted the difficult Tom Robinson case, he taught his kids about society and life lessons , and respected everyone in the community equally.

Atticus has these qualities, he is the light in a dark world. He represents the good versus the evil in the town of Maycomb. When Atticus is talking to Jem about wanting an air rifle Atticus says, “ I’d rather you shot at tin cans in the back yard, but i know you’ll go after birds. Shoot all the bluejays you want, if you can hit'em, but remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.” (99) As a parent, Atticus expects a lot from his children and treats them as his equals.

In the past century, there have been many great novels written. One of which is Harper Lee's, 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. In the novel it introduces a prominent character who not only was a good father but also a well respected, and compassionate man. This person is Atticus Finch. Through all the struggles and pressures, he stands strong as a very positive father figure, making sure to educate his children with important values including equality, bravery, and knowledge.

Through the life he lived, Atticus was a positive example and taught his children how to think critically, and how to be a caring person in a life full of darkness. Atticus was a devoted, compassionate and honorable father to his motherless children teaching them about right and wrong in this world. He taught his children how to function as respectable adults. His children, Scout and Jem, did not call him “dad” but instead use his real name “Atticus”. “He [Atticus] spoke to his children in an adult like manner, extending them the privilege to think and reply like grown-ups.