Tag: charcoal

This collection of articles explores the significance of charcoal in William Golding’s novel “Lord of the Flies.” The articles examine how charcoal is used as a symbol throughout the book and its role in representing the destructive nature of humanity. Additionally, the collection delves into how characters in the novel utilize charcoal for survival, as well as its connection to fire and primal instincts. Through these discussions, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the multiple layers of meaning within Golding’s work and how something as seemingly insignificant as charcoal can be a powerful literary tool.