To Kill a Mockingbird is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee. It is set in the 1930s in a small town in Alabama and follows the story of Scout Finch, a young girl growing up during the Great Depression. The book deals with themes of racism, injustice, and the loss of innocence. With its powerful storytelling and memorable characters, To Kill a Mockingbird is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers.