Hatred: to detest or loathe. How can this textbook definition even begin to describe true hatred? In the novel, To Kill A Mockingbird, by Harper Lee, Atticus' idea of prejudice does not define the harsh reality of the hatred that exists in Maycomb County. Atticus believed that if even one person stopped being prejudiced, it would make a big difference. He taught his children to accept everyone for who they are, regardless of race or …showed first 75 words of 1387 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1387 total…t conceive of such deep prejudice and it almost cost him his children's lives. Atticus learned that his textbook idea of hatred did not define its true meaning. In conclusion: "Those who are incapable of committing great crimes will not easily suspect others of doing so"(Francois, Duc de la Rochefoucauld).So It is up to you weither you want to use this book in the library but in my opinion I think it should.