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A Tribute To Harper Lee, Author Of 'To Kill A Mockingbird'

Her words will live on.

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A Tribute To Harper Lee, Author Of 'To Kill A Mockingbird'

On Friday, Feb. 19, 2016, Harper Lee passed away at the age of 89. She was born in the year 1926, a time when racial tensions were high. She penned the famous American novel "To Kill A Mockingbird," as well as "Go Set A Watchman," which was only just recently published. Harper Lee's words have struck a chord with readers since they were first published, and we can be sure that they will live on long after today.

"To Kill A Mockingbird" details the experiences of a child, Scout, who grows up in an era of racism and social inequality. Although the book is not autobiographical, Lee shared many characteristics with Scout. High school and college students around the world continue to study the book and its themes on racial prejudice. The novel has not lost relevancy; even today, 56 years after its publication, the fight for social justice continues.

Like many others, I have fond memories of devouring Harper Lee's novel in school due to its excellent writing and incredible moral statements. Lee has made a lasting impact on students and adults everywhere.

In honor of Harper Lee's passing, I encourage everyone to read (or reread) "To Kill A Mockingbird." The novel gets better and better as you read and reread it. "Go Set A Watchman," which is the prequel to "To Kill A Mockingbird," is also working its way onto the shelves of readers in homage to Lee, despite its dubious origins. Many have claimed that Lee was manipulated into releasing her final novel, as her mental state may have been clouded due to illness. In previous statements, Lee was adamantly against the publication of "Go Set A Watchman." Unfortunately we will never know if she was truly in favor of the book's release.

I leave you with a piece of advice from "To Kill A Mockingbird," offered by Atticus Finch:

"You just hold your head high and keep those fists down. No matter what anybody says to you, don't you let 'em get your goat. Try fightin' with your head for a change."

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