Symbolism in ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’ becomes more apparent as you read further into the book. The columns are described as Greek concrete pillars which were also described as ‘The concrete pillars supporting its South roof were too strong for their burden’. This sentence indicates that the pillars were carrying a roof, however the columns would be able to hold more weight and were much stronger. This is also a form of symbolism as the Greeks were considered to be the first country with a democratic system and their government buildings were popular for having large pillars in front of them. This could show that in ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ the society and government in Maycomb could be corrupted but it once had a strong justice system. However, alternately it could show that the society/government are able to maintain a better justice system but it has weak leaders.