Browsing Category: William Golding’s Lord of the Flies

Introduction William Golding’s Lord of the Flies is far more than a simple tale about boys stranded on a remote island. It is a relentless examination of human nature, morality, and the delicate boundaries that hold civilization together. This classic novel, first published in 1954, challenges deeply held beliefs about innate goodness. It exposes the fragile line that separates order from chaos. Readers from the bustling streets of London to the vibrant, multicultural societies...