William Golding’s 1954 novel “Lord of the Flies” has been a staple of high school literature curriculums for decades. The book depicts a group of British schoolboys who become stranded …
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This collection of articles focuses on the theme of realism in William Golding’s novel, Lord of the Flies. The articles delve into how the characters and their actions are portrayed realistically, and how this enhances the overall message of the novel. They explore how Golding uses realistic details to create a believable and terrifying scenario of what can happen when human beings are left to their own devices without society’s constraints. The collection also examines how the realism in Lord of the Flies has contributed to its enduring relevance as a cautionary tale about human nature and civilization.