Atticus Finch, a nearly fifty defense lawyer for small Maycomb County, is the honorable father of main character Jean Louise Scout and Jemermy Jem. He is the lawyer for accused black rapist, Tom Robinson, and he tries to change injustices and racism in his small hometown. Atticus" inner conflicts and moral dilemmas are expertly written in To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee. Atticus"s physical appearance doesn"t play a big part in the novel. Atticus is nearly fifty and wears glasses because his left eye is nearly blind. We can assume Atticus normally does not look his age, because Jem...
Whatever she says to you, it"s your job not to let her make you mad." "When Tom Robinson is in the county jail Atticus realizes people will try and go after him to harm him, so Atticus guards him to ensure his safety. After Tom Robinson dies Atticus realizes how Tom"s wife, Helen, must feel. Atticus goes over to her house to offer his condolences. Atticus is a very sympathetic and insightful person.

Atticus is a very deep character. His wisdom and honor make the readers look up to him. Atticus Finch is the epitome of a good man.