An unforgettable story of the violent, intolerant, eccentric, humorous and prejudiced Deep South seen through the eyes of children.

With warmth and understanding Harper Lee brilliantly recreates not only her characters but a whole town and its way of life.

Scout and Jem Finch lose their innocence when their lawyer father defends a Negro charged with the rape of a white girl.

The lawyer is the town's conscience, but conscience makes more than cowards...