The question is...can such high quality be duplicated? Will the message behind such phenomenal writing be the same as years past, or can we expect something to match the reality of today's generation?
For those of have not read To Kill A Mockingbird, shame on you. In my opinion, your youth has been deprived and perhaps you should consider that you are not as mature as you once thought. This book is usually assigned freshman year of high school. Prior this, my mother forced me to (thankfully) watch the film when I was much younger. I can't emphasize this enough, but if you haven't seen the movie or read the book, you are missing out.
The plot is simple, and yet covers the complexities of life. Rape. Segregation. Racism and prejudice. The legislative system of the courts. Social out-casting. Lies and pride, both of which that lead to corruption. Chosen ignorance and naivete. Doing what's right, despite lack of support. Standing up for the wronged, those that are depressed, and those that are defenseless. Being the hero that no one recognizes or understands. Being a father to the young, when its hard to admit the harsh truths of one's generation. Being an example that's hard to follow.
All of this and so much more. Especially to learn from and to weigh into our world, from which the content is pulled from.
And yet, in the sequel Go Set A Watchmen...the main protagonist Atticus Finch, will now be set 20 years into the future of his time, whereby he will now be considered a racist. I do not like this for his character; but perhaps this is for greater and yet unknown reason.
I am open-minded for what Harper Lee brings to the table in this sequel, as well as what she has to say about our world and the many people that inhabit it. I will be sure to share my thoughts after reading.
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