Atticus Finch Hero

Atticus acts courageously in the book, To Kill A Mockingbird and teaches not only his children, but also the people in Maycomb county an important lesson about self respect and respect for others. Atticus is known for many outstanding qualities that he portrays throughout the novel that make him seem like a heroic figure. A hero is someone who is admired or idealized for courage or noble qualities. Atticus models respect and equal treatment for all humans, making him a hero for a diverse group of Maycomb’s citizens.

Atticus Finch is a suburban lawyer with two young children, whom tries his best to teach them right from wrong. When Scout is talking to Atticus about her daily misfortunes, he states “You never really understand a person until

He shows a tremendous amount of courage when he positions himself in the middle of an angry mob who seem to be after Tom. He’s unarmed, and patiently waiting for them to attack showing no signs of fear. The only time the readers are able to catch a glimpse of Atticus showing his vulnerability is when his children show up. The possibility of them being in danger for coming increases, but the fear that Atticus has washed away almost instantly. He knows he must stay strong for the sake of his children and for Tom, not caring for his own safety. Soon after the mob seems to be settled down by Scout’s innocence, they leave. Atticus stays a bit longer, wanting to know that Tom is safe. In chapter 11, page 155 Tom finally comes out and asks, “Mr. Finch, they gone?” In which Atticus replies with “They’ve gone, get some sleep Tom. They won’t bother you no more.” Atticus truly portrays his figure as a hero, because he knew he didn’t have to come down to look out of Tom. He risked his life in order to protect him, making sure that he doesn’t get jumped by the white men who are after him. Yet another act of courage that Atticus displays is in chapter 23, page 220. He says. “So far nothing in your life has interfered with your reasoning process. [...] In our courts, when it’s a white man’s word against a black man’s, the white men always win. They’re ugly but those are the