Wednesday, October 27, 2010

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD by HARPER LEE

Well, this is an interesting narration done by a child, who encountered many events in her life. She has shared her views about her childhood and her Maycomb town. It is unfortunate that people are disgraced because of their skin color and community. It is also saddening to realize even justice could be changed to support those who are in favor, not those who are innocent.
Boo Radley was portrayed in a very satirical manner. When Atticus once said "it is a sin to kill a mockingbird", I did not understand what he meant. But in the end of the story, I realized Boo Radley portrays the mockingbird, when he was not reported to the sheriff after he rescued Attinson's kids.
Also, the mockingbird, in my opinion refers to Tom Robinson. He was accused for something he never did, he was given injustice, and he died in vain. What did he do? just like how a mockingbird minds its own work and hums song, Tom just offered a hand to Mayela, and he was punished for his good heart.
In short, this book should be read, should be taken seriously, and readers should change their mindset towards skin color and look beneath the skin, there is a heart and soul living. 
 


 

1 comment:

  1. love it!!! love the way u have sed things. Yeah..it was all under a narration of little girl..who grew up in that town.

    The book..is like the handybook towards comprehending life.

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