Frankly speaking, this book is the pinnacle of literary pursuits. Harper Lee, a rarest of rare lady, has materialized the infinity that is childhood and growing up in the form of this amazing work of art. You feel you are an inherent part of the Finch family right from the first page and see your childhood trammels and tribulations, confusions and playfulness reflected in the everyday activities of the gang of children - Scout, Jem and Dill. 
 Atticus Finch, the lawyer and the father, is one of the greatest heroes I have encountered in English literature and if I personally turn out to be at least half as good as him, I will assume I have turned out to be a fine human being. His words, his lessons to his children and his behavior towards the world - everything is so endearing that you feel like reaching out to him and extend your gratitude for everything. 
 This book clearly has found its place right on the the top part of my All Time Favorites. Strongly, very strongly recommended!