A plane crashes on a desert 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. As the boys' delicate sense of order fades, so their childish dreams are transformed into something more primitive, and their behaviour starts to take on a murderous, savage significance. First published in 1954, Lord of the Flies is one of the most celebrated and widely read of modern classics.

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Format: TradePaperback
Author: Golding, William
ISBN: 9780571273577
Condition: Used
Dimensions: 7.70 x 1.00
Number Of Pages: 256
Publication Year: 2011

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A comment on human nature.

Maddie P. - 2 years ago

A true masterpiece "coming of age story" that bends small children into adults. Though first published in 1954, I find that Lord of the Flies still maintains much relevance and insight into the trials of human nature. The story is cruel and chilling, enthralling and emotional; it begins with that pure optimism we all contained as small children and ends with relief from the world that you will learn to know while reading. I found the writing rather fluid and the character development exciting, yet frightening. While these children are all stranded on a tropical island, the life they make while there is definitely not reminiscent of Peter Pan, but instead more of a Hunger Games type.
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Still relevant today, of human nature.

Sandra B. - 5 years 6 months ago

Even though, this was written in the 1950's, still relevant today. A bunch of kids, end up on a island. It becomes, a battle of the fittest to survive.
A very REAL novel that promotes self examination

Krystal T. - 5 years 6 months ago

This novel can be a difficult read for some because it portrays all sides of human nature and how quickly things can go dark. It is beautifully written and can be eerily accurate. The story is well told and meaningful, full of raw emotion. It will leave you wondering if you've just read what you think you read. But I can completely understand why it's #requiredreading and it really does make you take a long hard look at yourself and how you want to live life and treat others during difficult times. Give it a chance and you'll learn something new, maybe about yourself. #bannedbooks
Better Dystopian books out there

Lydia S. - 5 years 6 months ago

I had to read this sophomore year english and to be honest I absolutely hated it. I was confused with half of it, and the message is unique and interesting but told in an ineffective way. I don’t recommend this book since there are much better dystopian books out there! #BannedBook
Lord of the Flies needs to be #RequiredReading

Caitlin F. - 5 years 7 months ago

It is a radical adventure. It was enjoyable to read how the kids survived in the wilderness, some making it, but some dying along the way. I loved this book and it is definitely one I will keep on my bookshelf for a long time. #RequiredReading

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A comment on human nature.

Still relevant today, of human nature.

A very REAL novel that promotes self examination

Better Dystopian books out there

Lord of the Flies needs to be #RequiredReading