Summary: The Risk Of Social Injustice

The story of Atticus Finch and Tom Robinson, the second of the two main conflicts in this book also represented the sin of killing a mockingbird. Atticus Finch, the father of Jem and Scout was a lawyer, and in a court case, Atticus was assigned a black man, Tom Robinson. Atticus was tasked with defending Tom from a false conviction of rape by the Ewell family. Atticus was given a very hard time,and was even threatened by Bob Ewell, who was angered that Atticus ruined the reputation and respect he thought he’d gain. . Bob even tried to murder Atticus’ kids. Atticus

Atticus is a kind gentleman, who acts a little different from others. As show in the novel Atticus has really strong beliefs. He believes equality and even fights for it. He thinks that blacks are just the same as whites and because of his beliefs and passion he is about to defend a black. This shows his love for equality and justice in the face of prejudice and defeat, because of his love he tries to appeal Tom Robinson’

When Atticus took the case, he went up against Maycomb, a generally prejudiced town, in order to defend Tom. He understood that taking the case would make him an object of ridicule and that no one would forgive him for believing a black man's word over a white man's. Even his own sister expresses disapproval at his decision, practically telling him he was bringing disgrace to the family. Nevertheless, no matter how much his reputation suffered, he did not change his mind. Standing up for his morals and ethics was more important than what people thought about him. From the very start Atticus knows he will not win the case however he does his job and finishes what he set out to do.

Initially, Atticus Finch was compared to a mockingbird because it was a sin to mutilate him. Atticus Finch was a inclusive man, and Atticus always taught his children to treat people with regard. Atticus once said, "If you ever see a white man being rude to a colored man, it don't matter how rich he is. "It is wrong." Atticus also had some tough times; for example, he stood up for a colored man who was accused of rape and he took steps against prejudice behavior. Atticus also got verbally and physically abused for standing up, when he defended a colored man who was falsely accused of rape. Atticus worked hard on the case, He never gave up even though it harmed his reputation in the community. Bob Ewell felling Atticus made him look unwise and guilty in the situation. Bob Retaliated by threatening, and spitting in Atticus face. Atticus was a good sport and ended up making

It took an unimaginable amount of courage for Atticus to take the Tom Robinson case knowing he and his children would be harassed by all the other townspeople. For instance, when “My folks said your daddy was a disgrace an' that nigger oughta hang from the water tank” (105). Also, Atticus knew he had a very low chance of succeeding in winning the case, but he took it anyways. He knows the town will think differently about him solely because he is defending a black man. He also knows that his children will be shown a lot of hatred. Even knowing this, Atticus takes the case and tries his best. Not only did he know he would take hatred, he also knew he would lose. But, he knew this case would define who he was “every lawyer gets at least one case in his lifetime that affects him personally”(96). While talking to the Judge he knows that he will most likely not win, but that does not change his mind. He knows just because Tom Robinson is black that he will not win. The Jury will see the white man who claims his white daughter was raped and believe him with no doubt. No matter what Atticus says to try to change the jury’s mind, he knows he can only try his best. To summarize, Atticus shows courage knowing not only that the town would hate him, but also that he would lose the

In the book, Atticus was determined to win the Tom Robinson case, or at least try to. He doesn’t care what the outcome was in the past, and wants to change the outcome in the future. “Simply because we were licked a hundred years before we started is no reason for us not to try to win” (101) describes that since Atticus was defeated in the past doesn’t mean that he can’t try again to get a different result. The quote shows courage as well because Atticus wasn’t afraid to go against his own townsmen to do the right thing, regardless of what they were thinking. During the Robinson trial, many townspeople wanted Attics to drop the case, but he refused among threats and taunting. In this book, Atticus stated, “...before I can live with other folks I’ve got to live with myself” (140), and this is showing that he doesn’t mind what everyone else is saying and he’s content with his decision to keep the case despite the consequences. Also, this shows that Atticus has courage and would do what is right even if other people didn’t approve of or like it. Lastly, as one progresses in the book, one would realize early on that Atticus is very courageous, and isn’t afraid of what’ll happen to him to save someone. In chapter 15, a suspicious man yelled from the lynch mob “All right Mr. Finch, get ‘em outa here… you got

Atticus accepts the Tom Robinson case fully aware of the prejudice, but he finds that if he did not try he would lose important qualities that make up who he is. “...if I didn’t [defend Tom Robinson] I couldn’t hold my head up in this town, I couldn’t represent this town in the legislature, I couldn’t even tell you or Jem not to do something again.” (Lee, 100) Atticus proves that ignoring the case would change who he was and make him a disgrace his to profession and the family. His integrity, pride, and honor would be jeopardized, something he cared more about then what other people

Atticus’ most important act of courage was when he voluntarily decided to take up Tom Robinson’s case. He takes up the case knowing well that there is no chance of winning due

“To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee is a book based upon racial tensions in the South more specifically Maycomb, Alabama. Atticus Finch, one of Maycomb’s finest lawyers takes a stand to defend a Negro, Tom Robinson. Atticus simply states, “Simply because we were licked a hundred years before we started is no reason for us not to try to win.” I personally believe it makes perfect sense for Atticus to defend Tom. Due to his beliefs in justice and equality, The Golden Rule, and taking a stand.

In the novel To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee it discusses Atticus Finch and his two children Jem and Scout Finch. They are taught by there father to not invade people's privacy, and also the importance of tolerance. Mr. Finch lives in Maycomb with his two children. Atticus is a lawyer and he is currently about to do something he is not delighted about doing, nor pleased to do he has to defend a black man Tom Robinson, who was accused of raping Mayella Ewell. In that period of time there was extreme discrimination and Tom was hated by all citizens there. But this doesn't change the way Mr. Finch treats Tom or his attitude about him. He does not care about the skin color you have and he really tries to instill this to Jem and Scout. Atticus seeks to instill moral values in his children, Scout and Jem, through the lessons he teaches them directly and those he teaches by his example.

To Kill A Mockingbird In many different works of literature, characters will stand up for what they believe in, even if what they believe in is something that is looked down upon. In the book To Kill A Mockingbird, the character Atticus Finch, who is a lawyer, believes that Tom Robinson is not guilty, so he decides to stand up for him, despite the fact it makes the whole town dislike him because he is standing up for a black man. Throughout the book, Atticus continuously defends Tom Robinson, even though in the end, Tom Robinson is found guilty. Despite all of the opposition, Atticus does not stop defending what he believes in until the end of the book, when Tom Robinson is killed and he cannot do anything else.

Atticus Finch is a white lawyer who defends African Americans. His last name “Finch” symbolizes a bird which stands for innocence. One day, Atticus is asked to defend a black man, named Tom Robinson. Atticus tries very hard to prove that Tom is innocent. The entire town, turns against him because he takes the side of a black man. After the trial, Bob Ewell, the plaintiff, yells at Atticus in the street. The narrator explains, “... Mr. Ewell approached him, cussed at him, spit in his face and threatened to kill him” (291). This quote shows that Bob Ewell is racist and hates Atticus because Atticus defends a black man. Atticus did not deserve to be treated that way. Atticus is a mockingbird he did the right thing and he was attacked for it. Atticus is a

In chapter 11, Atticus and Jem are talking about Mrs. Dubose, and how she was the bravest person Atticus has ever met. Atticus is talking about how she has courage, and implies “It’s when you know you’re licked before you begin, but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what.” (149) This shows that Atticus wants to stick to Tom Robinson’s side because he is courageous. He knows he is going to lose, but is sticking to his views and fighting for Tom Robinson anyways. In chapter 20, Atticus is giving his speech in the courtroom. Atticus says “ To begin with, this case should never have come to trial. This case is as simple as black and white.” (271) Atticus means that it is obvious on who is going to win, but he is going to defend Tom Robinson, no matter what because that is the type of person he is. It didn’t matter if Atticus knew he was not going to win because he wants to prove a point that race should not matter, and everybody should be treated equal. He wanted to just have one person see past color and think that Tom Robinson might not have committed the crime. In chapter 22, Miss Maudie says “Atticus Finch won’t win, he can’t win, but he’s the only man in these parts who can keep a jury out so long in a case like that.” (289) Overall, Atticus knows how to make the right decision and follow what he

In To Kill a Mockingbird, Atticus made the choice of defending and standing up for Tom Robinson. Atticus knew the odds of him winning were not in his favor but decided the possible outcomes he would have to face were worth giving Tom a chance. Atticus, although was frowned upon by many people of the community, knew what he was doing was right for

(#) These acts not only set Atticus apart from the rest of the town, but also help to nurture the latent lack of prejudice in Jem and Scout we see throughout the book. The final and most important choice Atticus makes in To Kill A Mockingbird is his decision to defend Tom Robinson. Atticus makes this decision despite having nearly an entire town against him purely because he believes it is the right thing to do.