Atticus Finch, a widower of 50, is the father of Jem and Scout. He represents all that is best in Maycomb as a citizen, a father, a Christian and a Southern gentleman. He stands out as a man of reason and courage. As a citizen Atticus is highly respected and very responsible. His conduct and conversation throughout the book show that he is entirely free from the usual Maycomb faults of pride , racialism and hypocrisy. In …showed first 75 words of 655 total…

…showed last 75 words of 655 total…a lot in common. · He trusts his children. Jem models himself on his dad. · Acts by conscience. · Understands children, most educated character in novel. · Is prejudiced against by other characters. · He judges on personal merit, not racial background. · Smart tricks the Ewells in court, convincing in court. · All respect him (but Mr. Ewell) · Idealistic. · caring (stays beside Jem all night) · He represents reason and courage by defending Tom Robinson and knowing he will be criticised.