How does 'To Kill a Mockingbird' as a realistic fiction depict the society of its time?
The novel depicts a society where prejudice is deeply ingrained. People are judged based on their race, family background, and social status. The town's people have certain expectations and norms that are hard to break. For instance, the way Boo Radley is ostracized just because he is different. It also shows how children are influenced by the society around them, like Scout and Jem learning about the good and bad in their community.
As a realistic fiction, 'To Kill a Mockingbird' portrays a society with a complex web of relationships. There are the unwritten rules of the white community towards the black community. The economic differences are clear, with some families struggling while others are well - off. It also shows the role of the church in society, which is both a place of community and a source of some of the prejudices. The trial in the book is a microcosm of the society's views on race and justice at that time.
