Tag: pilot

This collection of articles focuses on the character of the pilot in William Golding’s “Lord of the Flies”. The pilot, who is only briefly mentioned in the novel, plays a crucial role in setting up the story’s premise and providing an important backstory for the young boys stranded on the island. Through various perspectives, these articles explore the importance of the pilot’s presence and absence in the story, his relationship with other characters, and his symbolic significance. The collection offers a deeper understanding of this pivotal character and his impact on Golding’s classic novel.