A study of the symbolism in William Golding's "Lord of the Flies"
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I have chosen to write about the symbolism in William Golding's first novel "Lord of the Flies". I chose to write about the symbolism because it is such an important aspect, which runs through the whole book and is crucial to the reader's understanding of the plot and the development of the characters.
The plot is fairly simple but some very complex themes and symbolism are woven into it. The story starts with a group
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he is running away from Jack's tribe " He obeyed an instinct he did not know he possessed." In conclusion, the symbolism is what makes the book great. It is what makes the reader think more deeply about what is happening and what reveals the true nature of the characters. Without it, "Lord of the Flies" would be just another children's adventure story with a very simple plot and not the great work that it is.
he is running away from Jack's tribe " He obeyed an instinct he did not know he possessed." In conclusion, the symbolism is what makes the book great. It is what makes the reader think more deeply about what is happening and what reveals the true nature of the characters. Without it, "Lord of the Flies" would be just another children's adventure story with a very simple plot and not the great work that it is.