Lord of the Flies
Title: Lord of the Flies
Category: Literature / Novels | Words: 1030 | Pages: 4.4 (approximately 235 words/page)
Lord of the Flies
Microcosm of the world
In his novel, Lord of the Flies, William Golding utilizes symbols to convey the idea that the island is a microcosm, which has analogues in the outside world. By converting the setting, the objects, and the characters of the story into symbols, Golding is able to truly express his feelings toward human society. Through different places on the island, Golding transforms the island into a miniature world. With various objects of …
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Throughout the novel, Golding provides the reader with a interesting view towards human society. Through the various aspects of the novel, ranging from the characters of Piggy, Simon, Roger, Ralph, and Jack to objects, such as fire, the pig’s head, and the conch to the shape of the island, Golding is able articulate the idea that the island is a microcosm which has analogues in the outside world.
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