Atticus Finch Quotes
Biography
Atticus Finch is a fictional character created by author Harper Lee in her 1960 novel "To Kill a Mockingbird." Set in the 1930s, Finch serves as a lawyer in the racially divided town of Maycomb, Alabama. He is best known for his courageous defense of Tom Robinson, a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman. Through this role, Finch becomes a moral beacon, embodying integrity and empathy. more
Atticus Finch is a fictional character created by author Harper Lee in her 1960 novel "To Kill a Mockingbird." Set in the 1930s, Finch serves as a lawyer in the racially divided town of Maycomb, Alabama. He is best known for his courageous defense of Tom Robinson, a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman. Through this role, Finch becomes a moral beacon, embodying integrity and empathy.
In 1962, Gregory Peck portrayed Finch in the film adaptation, earning an Academy Award for his performance. Finch's character has been widely studied in literature and law for his principled stance on justice and equality. Harper Lee revisited Finch in her 2015 novel "Go Set a Watchman," adding complexity to his character. less
