Atticus Finch
Atticus Finch, a widower of 50, is the father of Jem and Scout. He represents all that is best in Maycomb as a citizen, a father, a Christian and a Southern gentleman. He stands out as a man of reason and courage. As a citizen Atticus is highly respected and very responsible. His conduct and conversation throughout the book show that he is entirely free from the usual Maycomb faults of pride , racialism and hypocrisy. In …
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…a lot in common.
· He trusts his children. Jem models himself on his dad.
· Acts by conscience.
· Understands children, most educated character in novel.
· Is prejudiced against by other characters.
· He judges on personal merit, not racial background.
· Smart tricks the Ewells in court, convincing in court.
· All respect him (but Mr. Ewell)
· Idealistic.
· caring (stays beside Jem all night)
· He represents reason and courage by defending Tom Robinson and knowing he will be criticised.
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