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The classic novel by William Golding
With a new Introduction by Stephen King
With a new Introduction by Stephen King
"To me Lord of the Flies has always represented what novels are for, what makes them indispensable." -Stephen King
Golding's classic, startling, and perennially bestselling portrait of human nature remains as provocative today as when it was first published. This beautiful new edition features French flaps and rough fronts, making it a must-have for fans of this seminal work.
William Golding's compelling story about a group of very ordinary small boys marooned on a coral island has become a modern classic. At first it seems as though it is all going to be great fun; but the fun before long becomes furious and life on the island turns into a nightmare of panic and death. As ordinary standards of behaviour collapse, the whole world the boys know collapses with them--the world of cricket and homework and adventure stories--and another world is revealed beneath, primitive and terrible.Lord of the Flies remains as provocative today as when it was first published in 1954, igniting passionate debate with its startling, brutal portrait of human nature. Though critically acclaimed, it was largely ignored upon its initial publication. Yet soon it became a cult favorite among both students and literary critics who compared it to J.D. Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye in its influence on modern thought and literature.
Labeled a parable, an allegory, a myth, a morality tale, a parody, a political treatise, even a vision of the apocalypse, Lord of the Flies has established itself as a true classic.
- Format: TradePaperback
- Author: Golding, William
- ISBN: 9780399537424
- Condition: Used
- Dimensions: 7.77 x 0.82
- Number Of Pages: 304
- Publication Year: 2011
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A comment on human nature.
Maddie P. - 2 years 2 months agoA 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 8 months agoEven 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.
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A very REAL novel that promotes self examination
Krystal T. - 5 years 8 months agoThis 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
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Better Dystopian books out there
Lydia S. - 5 years 8 months agoI 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
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Lord of the Flies needs to be #RequiredReading
Caitlin F. - 5 years 10 months agoIt 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