To Kill a Mockingbird is timeless. Even though it was published in 1960, the themes portrayed within the novel are still relevant today. Racial conflict, inequality, the loss of innocence and the power of integrity are all here. In addition to its large themes, the book is readable and written with humor and has one of the most endearing narrators of all time.
Winner of the Pulitzer, To Kill a Mockingbird would make an excellent choice for the 2011/12 Freshman Common Reading book. Additionally, the film is wonderful and can be incorporated into the discussion.
