In the novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, Scout and Jem endure the loss of their mother, leaving them with their father Atticus, of whom is a lawyer. During the time of 1932 through 1935, things get arduous when Atticus decides to take on a case that will challenge the strength of him, Jem, and Scout’s relationship. Despite having to withstand those who disagree with the decisions Atticus has made, he is always there for Scout and Jem, whether they need advice, or a little convincing that it is okay to fight for something worth fighting for. Throughout the novel To Kill a Mockingbird, readers witness the unique relationship between Scout, Jem and Atticus Finch. As Jem and Scout are continuing to grow up, Atticus is illustrated as a mentor rather
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This side of Atticus especially shows when he is handling the Tom Robinson case, a situation Scout and Jem are having trouble dealing with the hateful comments regarding Atticus and his choices. When discussing this topic with Scout, Atticus simply explains, “I certainly am. I do my best to love everybody…I’m hard put, sometimes, - baby, it’s never an insult to be called what somebody thinks is a bad name. It just shows how poor that person is, it doesn’t hurt you –“(145). A similar circumstance occurs when Atticus is discussing with Jem about the mobs that visit Atticus due to him working the case. Atticus tells Jem, “A mob’s always made up of people, no matter what. Mr. Cunningham was part of a mob last night, but he is still a man. Every mob in every little southern town is always made up of people you know – doesn’t say much for them, does it?” (210). This is compelling because Jem and Scout are still very young to the world, and still very innocent of it. Because of these factors, Jem and Scout most likely have no idea what Atticus is dictate a majority of the time. Yet they do not ask what he is stating and remain to chat as civilized …show more content…
It is unique because their relationship is all about respect and equality. Atticus presents himself as a mentor to Scout and Jem rather than an actual father, for preparation in the real world. With that, he treats the Jem and Scout as adults in order for them to have an understanding of things much more complicated and bigger than themselves. The way Atticus regards them may sometimes be difficult for Jem and Scout to handle, as a result of Atticus being much older and making difficult decisions. But at the end of the day, Jem and Scout still love their father completely, and are grateful for all he has done for
This side of Atticus especially shows when he is handling the Tom Robinson case, a situation Scout and Jem are having trouble dealing with the hateful comments regarding Atticus and his choices. When discussing this topic with Scout, Atticus simply explains, “I certainly am. I do my best to love everybody…I’m hard put, sometimes, - baby, it’s never an insult to be called what somebody thinks is a bad name. It just shows how poor that person is, it doesn’t hurt you –“(145). A similar circumstance occurs when Atticus is discussing with Jem about the mobs that visit Atticus due to him working the case. Atticus tells Jem, “A mob’s always made up of people, no matter what. Mr. Cunningham was part of a mob last night, but he is still a man. Every mob in every little southern town is always made up of people you know – doesn’t say much for them, does it?” (210). This is compelling because Jem and Scout are still very young to the world, and still very innocent of it. Because of these factors, Jem and Scout most likely have no idea what Atticus is dictate a majority of the time. Yet they do not ask what he is stating and remain to chat as civilized …show more content…
It is unique because their relationship is all about respect and equality. Atticus presents himself as a mentor to Scout and Jem rather than an actual father, for preparation in the real world. With that, he treats the Jem and Scout as adults in order for them to have an understanding of things much more complicated and bigger than themselves. The way Atticus regards them may sometimes be difficult for Jem and Scout to handle, as a result of Atticus being much older and making difficult decisions. But at the end of the day, Jem and Scout still love their father completely, and are grateful for all he has done for