Analysis Of Boo Radley In To Kill A Mockingbird

Throughout the novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee likes to foreshadow the character's traits such as Boo Radley. Even though Atticus’ children, Jem and Scout, believe in the superstitions about him, they get a glimpse of his character through specific parts of the book. The children realize that Boo Radley is not a bad individual at all, he actually cares about them. Since he shows so much care for the children, the reader is not surprised when Boo Radley “saves” the children at the end of the novel.
One example that foreshadows Boo’s character is when he leaves the children, Jem and Scout, trinkets and gum in the oak tree by Boo’s house. Boo wants to show his care for the children by being nice, and giving gifts. He thought Jem and

Scout would be enlightened by the trinkets, so they can feel more comfortable with Boo.
Another example that foreshadows Boo’s character is when Jem, Scout, and Dill escape the Radley’s yard. While Jem tries to escape from the gunshots, he gets caught in the fence. Once Jem comes back to retrieve it, he sees his pants mended and folded on the fence. Boo fixes up Jem’s pants, so he would not get in trouble. Since he gives Jem a helping hand, Boo conveys his care for Atticus’ children.
The last example foreshadows Boo’s character during Mrs. Dubose’s house fire. When Boo Radley emerges out of his house, he gives Scout a blanket without her noticing. Even though Scout is petrified of Boo, he cares about Scout’s well-being, and did not want her to get a cold.
In conclusion, Boo Radley seems to be a moral character in the novel. His supervision protects the children in times of need. This compassion is not seen often and should be respected throughout the book. However the readers learn that Boo Radley greatly cares about Atticus’ children, Boo would never want to see them get hurt, and he will be willing to save them. When Scout realizes Bob’s perspective at the end of the novel, she finally sees Boo as a “genuinely nice” person.