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Summary
A plane crashes on an uninhabited island and the only survivors, a group of schoolboys, assemble on the beach and wait to be rescued. By day they inhabit a land of bright fantastic birds and dark blue seas, but at night their dreams are haunted by the image of a terrifying beast.In this, his first novel, William Golding gave the traditional adventure story an ironic, devastating twist. The boys' delicate sense of order fades, and their childish fears are transformed into something deeper and more primitive. Their games take on a horrible significance, and before long the well-behaved party of schoolboys has turned into a tribe of faceless, murderous savages.First published in 1954, Lord of the Flies is now recognized as a classic, one of the most celebrated of all modern novels.
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This novel explores the dark side of human nature through the lens of a group of boys stranded on an island, offering a chilling commentary on civilization's fragility. The significant themes of power, morality, and the inherent savagery within humanity resonate with readers interested in psychology and social commentary, making it a staple in educational settings worldwide.
Themes
- •the struggle for power and authority
- •the descent into savagery
- •the loss of innocence
- •the conflict between civilization and barbarism
- •the impact of isolation on human behavior
- •the moral ambiguity of human nature
Era
modern
Reading Level
popular