Lord of the Flies

William Golding

The classic tale of a group of English school boys who are left stranded on an unpopulated island, and who must confront not only the defects of their society but the defects of their own natures. Includes a brief biography of William Golding, thematic and structural analysis of the work, critical views, and an index of themes and ideas.

About the Author
William Golding (1911–1993) was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature for his novels Lord of the Flies, Pincher Martin, The Inheritors, and Spire.