An Analysis of The Lord of the Flies
The novel Lord of the Flies, written by William Gerald Golding, is a
remarkable piece of literature that discusses many important topics while
remaining an enjoyable read. One of the important topics that is discussed in
the novel is human nature. Many aspects of human nature is depicted in the book,
but one major is the development of a man's personality and character. This
aspect of human idiosyncrasy is portrayed through the development of Ralph, the
main character and protagonist of the novel. Ralph's development from innocent,
irresponsible, playful adolescent to a tough, self-reliant man shows how the
hardships and turmoil of life can greatly effect a person's character.
The story takes place on a deserted island after a plane crash strands a
group of adolescent boys. The boys are forced to learn how to live on the land
without any resources or adult assistance. The group chooses Ralph as their
leader and gives him the......
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