Atticus Finch is the main protagonist of the 1960 novel To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and its 1962 film adaptation. He was a lawyer who resided in Maycomb, Alabama in the early 1930s. He was a lawyer who tried to prove the innocence of Tom Robinson, a black man, in court. Atticus Finch believed in racial equality and justice.
What Makes Him Pure Good?[]
He was a loving father to his children and would provide and support them.
He did not harbor any bigoted, racist and white supremacist sentiments despite residing in an environment that encouraged them.
He chose to defend Tom Robinson and prove his innocence in the court of law. He believed in justice for Tom and that it was unfair to punish an innocent black man who had not committed a crime.
He was willing to defend Tom Robinson despite the fact that many racist people were against him.
He showed restraint against Bob Ewell who mocked him and spat on his face.
Despite failing to prove Tom's innocence in the court of law, Atticus continued to provide for his family and continue to hold onto his beliefs of racial equality and justice. He was also concerned for Tom's safety and well-being after the trial.
He defended his child and his neighbor after the death of Bob Ewell.
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