Maycomb is a fictional town in Alabama, created by author Harper Lee in her novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. It is depicted as a small, sleepy community during the 1930s, characterized by its slow pace of life and close-knit neighborhoods. The town is marked by its warm, humid climate and a mix of old and new architecture. The residents of Maycomb represent a variety of social classes and backgrounds, reflecting the complexities of Southern society. Key locations include the courthouse, where significant events unfold, and the Finch family home, where the story's narrator, Scout Finch, lives with her brother Jem and their father, Atticus Finch.