Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird” (1960) is a classic American novel set in the Depression-era South. Through the eyes of young Scout Finch, the story explores themes of racial injustice, moral growth, and compassion. As Scout’s father, Atticus Finch, defends a Black man falsely accused of a crime, the novel examines the complexities of prejudice, innocence, and the struggle for justice. With its blend of powerful storytelling and social commentary, the book remains one of the most influential works of modern American literature