To Kill a Mockingbird is a classic American novel written by Harper Lee. Set in the 1930s, the story follows Scout Finch, a young girl growing up in the racially divided town of Maycomb, Alabama. The book explores themes of racial injustice, morality, and the loss of innocence. With its powerful storytelling and memorable characters, To Kill a Mockingbird has become one of the most beloved and influential books of all time.