To Kill a Mockingbird

Main Characters and Their Development

• Jean Louise Finch (nickname Scout) - the younger daughter of the attorney, narrator of the story. A curious and brave girl who, throughout the novel, comes to understand the cruelty and injustice of the world, learning empathy and understanding for others.
• Jeremy Atticus Finch (Jem) - Scout's older brother. At the beginning of the story, Jem is three years older than Scout and serves as her support and authority. As he matures, he begins to grasp the complexity of human nature and social relationships.
• Atticus Finch - father of Scout and Jem, a lawyer by profession. He raises his children in the spirit of humanism and justice. He defends a Black man accused of raping a white woman in court, exemplifying moral courage.
• Tom Robinson - a Black man accused of rape. His character underscores themes of racial injustice and highlights the consequences of lies and prejudice.
• Arthur «Boo» Radley - a mysterious neighbor. Initially feared by the children, he becomes a hero by saving them at the end of the novel. Boo's story illustrates that one should not judge a person based on gossip and rumors.