Ironically, though, this "civilized" officer is himself part of an adult world in which violence and war go hand in hand with civilization and social order. ... Though the novel is fictional, its exploration of the idea of human evil is at least partly based on Golding's experience with the real-life violence and brutality of World War II. ... As the boys splinter into factions, some behave peacefully and work together to maintain order and achieve common goals, while others rebel and seek only anarchy and violence. In his portrayal of the small world of the island, Golding pain...

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• Approx Pages: 45
• Grade Level: High School