Lord of the Flies by William Golding is an allegorical novel that depicts the descent into savagery by a group of schoolboys stranded on a deserted island. As they struggle to establish order and survive, the boys innate human tendencies and power dynamics lead to chaos and tragedy. Golding's thought-provoking tale explores the fragility of civilisation and the darker aspects of human nature.
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Ralph |
Ralph becomes the elected leader of the boys and strives to maintain order and civilisation.
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Jack |
Jack initially serves as the leader of the choirboys and later descends into savagery.
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Piggy |
Piggy, often ridiculed for his physical appearance, provides intellectual and rational ideas.
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Simon |
Simon possesses a gentle and spiritual nature and seeks to understand the true nature of the beast.
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Roger |
Roger displays a sadistic and cruel side, embracing violence as the island's society deteriorates.
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Sam |
Sam and Eric are a pair of twins closely allied with Ralph.
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Eric |
Sam and Eric are a pair of twins closely allied with Ralph.
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Samneric |
Sam and Eric are inseparable twins who are known by the group as Samneric.
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Maurice |
Maurice is one of the older boys who initially follows the rules but later gives in to primal impulses.
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Percival |
Percival, one of the younger boys, experiences increasing fear and anxiety as the story progresses.
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Henry |
Henry represents innocence and is often absorbed in his own world of sandcastles and play.
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Littluns |
The littluns are a group of younger boys who often display fear and vulnerability.
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