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Claudia Durst Johnson’s *To Kill a Mockingbird: Threatening Boundaries* provides a detailed critical study of Harper Lee’s 1960 novel, widely regarded for its indictment of racism in the American South during the 1930s. The book draws on extensive research to illuminate the historical and biographical backdrop of the novel, linking its 1950s publication to contemporary civil‑rights events such as the Scottsboro case. Johnson offers a five‑part reading guide that highlights the novel’s structure and relevance to modern discussions of race relations, gender, and the role of the legal profession in society. The volume includes a chronology, notes, bibliography, and index, making it a valuable resource for students, scholars, and general readers alike.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Literary Fiction/Classic Literature
Authors: Claudia Durst Johnson
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