1. Allegory and Symbolism in Lord of the Flies
The story is composed of several different allegories including elements linked with religion, government and the contrariety of intelligence and power in society. ... In the end, Jack and his tribe set the whole island on fire and his savage instincts account for the demolishment of the island. ... In this novel, an important and very effective allegory has to do with government because it relates back to the desire for power in today's society. The boys see the necessity for government so that they can keep law and order and although they have good intentions, they do not have enough in...
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate