In Lord of the Flies by William Golding, adolescence is shown as a time of confusion and horror. The actions of the boys stranded on the island consistently correspond with their fear and or confusion towards the unknown things thought to be lurking on the...
Introduction In the research paper “A Situationist Perspective on the Psychology of Evil: Understanding How Good People Are Transformed into Perpetrators” by Philip G. Zimbardo, Stanford University, Ph.D., he explores why people become evil situationally and psychologically. In his research, Zimbardo defines evil as “Intentionally...
The defects of the general psychological characteristics, behavioral traits, and emotions of humankind all impact a society. In William Golding’s allegory “Lord of the Flies”, a group of schoolboys stranded on an empty Pacific island make way into savagery because of humankind flaws. Golding asserts...
Introduction “It is a fine line between civilization and savagery. To any who thinks they would never cross it, I can only say it, you have never known what it is to be utterly betrayed and abandoned, you cannot know how close it is.” Powerful...
Introduction William Golding’s, Lord of the Flies, is a novel about a collection of young British boys who’re stranded on an island after their aircraft is shot down. The group encounters endless hardships while being stranded at the island, ensuing in multiple disputes among the...
Introduction In any group of children, it’s a given that some will be popular and powerful while others will be teased and rejected. In the real world, adults use their authority to control these divisions and maintain a balanced group dynamic. In Lord of the...
Introduction Remember those T.V. skits which showed a devil standing on the left shoulder of the character and an angel standing on the right shoulder? Well, every human has these creatures within them except they’re called id, ego, and superego instincts. In the novel Lord...
Introduction Is it easier to rely on others for things you don’t think you can achieve yourself? For many people, relying on others is much more convenient than trying to achieve those same things independently. In our world today, people rely on others all the...
Lord of the Flies by William Golding is a novel that has been studied by students and scholars alike for its intricate portrayal of human nature. The novel is set on a deserted island where a group of boys are left to fend for themselves...
William Golding’s novel, Lord of the Flies, is a compelling and thought-provoking story that explores the darker aspects of human nature. Set on a deserted island, the novel follows a group of young boys who must fend for themselves after a plane crash leaves them...
In William Golding’s novel Lord of the Flies, the character of Jack undergoes a radical transformation, representing the darker side of human nature. Throughout the novel, Jack’s descent into savagery and his eventual break from the constraints of civilization serve as a powerful commentary on...
Introduction William Golding’s book, *Lord of the Flies*, is a well-known story that looks into the messy parts of human nature and society. It’s about a bunch of young boys who end up on an empty island and have to survive on their own. As...
One of the most prominent symbols in the novel is the conch shell, which serves as a tool for establishing order and authority on the island. This essay will analyze the significance and the role of the conch in the novel, examining its symbolic meaning,...
The novel presents a group of young boys stranded on an uninhabited island, left to their own devices without adult supervision. As the story unfolds, the boys’ struggle for power, authority, and obedience becomes a central theme. This essay will analyze the concept of disobedience...
"Ralph wept for the end of innocence, the darkness of man's heart, and the fall through the air of the true, wise friend called Piggy."
"The greatest ideas are the simplest."
"My yesterdays walk with me. They keep step, they are gray faces that peer over my shoulder."
Date
19 September 1911 – 19 June 1993
Activity
William Golding was a British novelist, playwright, and poet. Best known for his debut novel Lord of the Flies (1954), he published another twelve volumes of fiction in his lifetime. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1983.
Works
“Lord of the Flies”, "Rites of Passage", “Darkness Visible”, “Free Fall”, “Pincher Martin”, “The Inheritors”, “The Spire”
Themes
The recurring themes in most of Golding's pieces are loss, death, loss of innocence, violence, and power. Perhaps the biggest underlying theme is the idea about the true nature of mankind. Golding explores the idea that mankind is innately evil and that it is only the contrast of society and civilization that prevents that nature from being prevalent.
Style
William Golding adopted a distinctive writing style, avoiding complex structures, heavy use of poetic devices and exaggeration. Rather, his allegorical style and symbolism set him apart from the other authors.
Legacy
Golding left an enduring legacy on popular culture, including music, television, cinema, and even video games. He was honored with awards such as the 'James Tait Black Memorial Prize' in 1979, the Booker Prize in 1980, and the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1983.
Quotes
}"Maybe there is a beast… maybe it's only us.”
“My yesterdays walk with me. They keep step, they are gray faces that peer over my shoulder.”
“The thing is - fear can't hurt you any more than a dream.”
