In my opinion, the novel speaks volumes about racism on many levels. One aspect that the novel displays is the differences between racial backgrounds and their expectations within society. For instance, the expectations that was set from Tom Robinson’s case where he was accused of raping a white woman. During this time period where racial prejudice was at a max high, interracial types of relationships were prohibited. Because of this, the woman who called rape instead of being honest about her real relationship between her and Mr. Robinson, lied to keep herself from the backlash she would receive had she just told the truth of what happened. During these times, one could not express interracial love because of a racial concept that says "stick to your own kind". …show more content…
He is a white lawyer defending a black man who is accused of raping a white woman. This situation is a shack up to the community because not only are whites and blacks not to mingle but to be willing to step into a black man's world and be willing to hear his truth is practically unheard of. Atticus stood for what he believed despite how his racist community felt. He showed much courage and bravery during this matter and wanted to fight for what he believed was right. Secondly, Atticus’s children too stood behind him; joining him in the court battle with Mr. Robinson. It shows that there are a few good ones out there that will stand for a difference in what they know to be wrong or unfair in the world. Atticus model of human good and his firm belief was instilled in his kids which in the end will or has possibly created social