Author : Harper Lee

Suggested reader age : 14+

Publishing House : Cornerstone

Synopsis: “To Kill a Mockingird” by Harper Lee is a story about the complexities of human behaviour, racial prejudice and coming-of-age. Set in the racially segregated South of USA in the 1930s, the story follows young Scout Finch as she grows up in the town of Maycomb, Alabama. Her father, Atticus Finch, is a principled lawyer who believes in justice and equality. He is assigned to defend Tom Robinson, a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman, Mayella Ewell. Through Scout's eyes, we witness the deep-seated prejudice and injustice that pervades the town. As Atticus stands up against racism in his quest to prove Tom's innocence, Scout and her brother, Jem, learn powerful lessons about morality, empathy, and the human condition.
The story stresses on the evils of society and also explores themes of role models and heroism. It is a dynamic exploration of the struggle for justice and a must- read for every person.