Summary and Analysis of to Kill a Mockingbird by Worth Books

Author:Worth Books
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Worth Books
Published: 2017-01-03T21:10:59+00:00

Character Analysis

Arthur “Boo” Radley: Shy, reclusive, and misunderstood, Boo sparks the imagination of townspeople to mythical proportions. He is like the mockingbird in the story’s title: a gentle soul who’d never intentionally hurt anyone. At the end of the narrative, Boo demonstrates uncommon strength and courage by defending the Finch children from their assailant, Bob Ewell. He embodies humanity in the face of prejudice.

Atticus Finch: Bookish and kind, he is the archetypal champion of justice and truth, Atticus is a man of strong character and conviction. Although he’s a conscientious and loving father to Jem and Scout, he’s often conflicted about his personal choices and how they negatively impact his family. Self-reflective and compassionate, Atticus is the book’s inspirational hero.

Calpurnia: “Cal” is the firm, but loving, Negro housekeeper; she represents stability and safety within the Finch household. Criticized by her community for being “uppity,” she serves as a warmhearted mother figure to Scout and Jem, though, in reality, she is subjected to a racial double standard: she is, in essence “the help.”

Charles Baker “Dill” Harris: Wise beyond his years, Dill is an outsider who becomes part of the Maycomb community. Dill’s got a razor-sharp wit and a playful, wild imagination. He fills the role as instigator to mischief, but possesses a strong moral center. Although he appears to be confident to the point of cocky, deep down he’s quite lonely and sensitive.

Jean Louise “Scout” Finch: The narrator and protagonist, Scout is a tomboy with a hair-trigger temper. She’s prone to physical outbursts, even though she is sweet and loving by nature. As she grows up, Scout struggles with her boyish leanings and the expectations for girls in the South. As a character, Scout isn’t afraid to express her opinions or ask hard questions, making her the novel’s touchstone for issues of human nature, gender roles, and societal values and mores.

Jeremy Atticus “Jem” Finch: Jem is an old soul who takes on the role as protector and companion to his motherless younger sister. He possesses a strong sense of justice and tries to live up to his father’s exemplary standards. Because he sees the world’s unfairness clearly, he becomes Scout’s mentor and teacher.

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