# True Grit
## Part I: Introduction to Mattie Ross and the Murder
- Mattie Ross: The Protagonist
- A young, determined girl from Arkansas
- Her father's murder sets the story in motion
- Driven by a sense of justice and moral duty
- Tom Chaney: The Murderer
- A former hired hand of Mattie's father
- Flees after committing the crime
- Mattie's primary target for vengeance
- Setting the Stage
- Post-Civil War America
- The harsh and unforgiving landscape of the Old West
## Part II: Hiring Rooster Cogburn
- Rooster Cogburn: The U.S. Marshal
- Known for his "true grit" and unorthodox methods
- Initially reluctant to take on Mattie's case
- Eventually agrees due to Mattie's persistence
- Mattie's Determination
- Insists on accompanying Rooster on his mission
- Demonstrates courage and resourcefulness
- LaBoeuf: The Texas Ranger
- Joins the pursuit with his own motives
- Creates tension with Rooster and Mattie
- Represents a different kind of law enforcement
## Part III: The Journey and Pursuit
- The Dangerous Expedition
- Traveling through rugged and hostile terrain
- Encounters with outlaws and dangerous individuals
- Mattie's resilience tested repeatedly
- Character Dynamics
- Rooster's gruff exterior vs. his growing respect for Mattie
- LaBoeuf's conflicting interests and eventual alliance
- Mattie's unwavering focus on justice
- Key Confrontations
- Narrow escapes and close calls
- Building tension as they close in on Chaney
## Part IV: The Climax and Resolution
- The Final Showdown
- Rooster's bravery and skill come to the forefront
- Mattie faces Chaney directly, exacting her revenge
- A bittersweet victory marred by personal sacrifice
- Aftermath and Reflection
- Mattie's physical and emotional scars
- Rooster's continued influence on her life
- Themes of justice, vengeance, and personal growth
- Legacy of True Grit
- The enduring impact of Mattie's journey
- Lessons about courage, determination, and morality
- A testament to the human spirit in the face of adversity