Atticus said that Jem was trying hard to forget something, but what he was really doing was storing it away for a while, until enough time passed. Then he would be able to think about it and sort things out. When he was able to think about it, Jem would be himself again.

When stalking one’s prey, it is best to take one’s time. Say nothing, and as sure as eggs he will become curious and emerge.

Some negroes lie, some are immoral, some negro men are not be trusted around women - black and white. But this is a truth that applies to the human race and to no particular race of men.

Why reasonable people go stark raving mad when anything involving a Negro comes up, is something I don't pretend to understand.

I would advise anyone who aspires to a writing career that before developing his talent he would be wise to develop a thick hide.

There's a lot of ugly things in this world, son. I wish I could keep 'em all away from you. That's never possible.

I think there's just one kind of folks. Folks.