To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee (preloved)

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee is a classic American novel set in the 1930s in the fictional town of Maycomb, Alabama. The story is narrated by Scout Finch, a young girl, whose father, Atticus Finch, is a principled lawyer. Atticus defends Tom Robinson, an African American man falsely accused of raping a white woman, Mayella Ewell.

The novel explores themes of racism, prejudice, and justice as Scout witnesses the trial and its aftermath. As her father fights for justice, Scout learns valuable lessons about empathy, morality, and the complexities of human nature. The book is a poignant critique of societal injustice and the loss of innocence, resonating with readers for its timeless portrayal of social issues.