Harper Lee
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A portrait of the writer.
Lee and Capote
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Harper Lee and Truman Capote.
Lee and Scout
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Harper Lee with Mary Badham, who played Scout in the movie.
Lee and Atticus
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Harper Lee with Gregory Peck, who won an Academy Award for his portrayal of Atticus Finch.
In Court
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Lee in the courthouse of Monroeville, Alabama.
Presidential Medal of Freedom
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Lee receiving the award from President George W. Bush.