The finale of this book comes up
with plenty of surprises. The part that really stood out for me were Mr. Ewell’s
insanity. I know that Mr. Ewell was an abusive parent, but I didn’t expect him
to be so aggressive toward those affected by his (unjust) victory at the court.
Considering how long his family has been a part of Maycomb, not to mention how
much they depend on it, I wouldn’t expect for him to attempt to kill two
innocent children. The book mentioned how he wanted to be known for what he did
to Tom, but I can’t see how something like that would cause so much bloodlust.
While it is fortunate that he was killed before he murdered the Finches, I can’t
help but wonder what will happen to the already-dysfunctional Ewell’s.
I agree that Ewell and his behavior toward the Finch family was erratic but in a sense called for because his behavior towards Helen reveals his emotions about the case. Which prompted him to take his anger out on Atticus and his family. It was definitely something the reader wouldn't expect but it was foreshadowed at best.
ReplyDeleteI understand what you mean. The Ewell's family is full of difficulties and dysfunction that it's worrisome to know what we will become of them. I'm pretty glad that Bob Ewell died since he was such a terrible person.
ReplyDeleteI also agree that Ewell actually deserved what happened to him. If he was really tough like he represented himself he wouldn't mess with the children and would directly mess with Atticus.
ReplyDeleteAngel, what aspect of society do you think Harper Lee is critiquing by using Bob Ewell?
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