Imagine running a marathon and certain people possess the advantage of a head start while others are forced to play catch-up. This unfair advantage permeates our society and inhibits access to opportunities given that it is based on prejudice and racial injustice. In To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee explores the compelling aspects of racial injustice and inequality during the Great Depression, highlighting prejudice's profound impact on the residents of Maycomb. This is evident through the unjust trial of Tom Robinson, the treatment of Calpurnia, and the ostracization of Boo Radley. The trial of Tom Robinson exposes the deeply ingrained racial prejudice in the pursuit of Maycomb’s justice system. In the trial, the presence of an all-white …show more content…
Towards the end of the novel, Boo Radley emerges from his seclusion to save Scout and Jem from Bob Ewell’s attack. Boo’s heroic act exposes the stark contrast between the community’s prejudiced perception of him and his true character. This challenges the deeply rooted prejudice in Maycomb and forces the community to confront the harmful effects of their preconceived notions. Just as a marathon tests the endurance and resilience of the runners, the consequences of prejudice in Maycomb challenge both individuals and the community, leaving lasting scars and hindering their process toward a more inclusive society. Harper Lee examines the intriguing dimensions of racial injustice and inequality during the Great Depression in To Kill a Mockingbird, emphasizing the significant effects of prejudice on the Maycomb community. Tom Robinson's trial in Maycomb reveals racial prejudice, with an all-white jury convicted. The novel delves into the racial divide in Maycomb society, with Calpurnia, a black housekeeper, playing a pivotal role in bridging it and fostering connections between black and white