Lord of the Flies

Book Review

«Lord of the Flies» by William Golding is a poignant story about a group of schoolboys stranded on an uninhabited island after a plane crash. The novel explores themes of power, civilization, and the inner nature of humanity. Golding depicts the group's degradation process, the gradual shift from an organized society to tyranny and barbarism. Through the main characters - Ralph, representing order and leadership; Jack, embodying cruelty and the lust for power; Piggy, symbolizing reason and intellect; and Simon, expressing an intuitive understanding of the nature of evil - the author raises questions about the nature of power and morality. The book illustrates how, under external pressure, human nature can reveal both its best and darkest sides. «Lord of the Flies» remains relevant, offering reflections on power structures, self-governance, and the potential for evil in humanity.