There
are numerous rumors and bits of gossip surrounding , which portray him in a negative light and
reveal that he is a misunderstood, shy citizen. In ,describes some of the rumors surrounding Boo
Radley by saying,
Inside the house lived a malevolent
phantom. People said he existed, butand I had never seen him. People said he went out at night
when the moon was down, and peeped in windows. When peoples azaleas froze in a cold snap, it was
because he had breathed on them. Any stealthy small crimes committed in Maycomb were his work.
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Since Boo Radley is a such a reclusive individual
and comes from a unique family that does not enjoy socializing with the community, citizens
spread false rumors about Boo and blame him for small crimes. His name is associated with
mystery and crime, which adds to his negative reputation. Jem receives most of his information
from the neighborhood scold, Miss Stephanie. Jem also adds to Boo's negative perception among
the...
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