Arnold Johnston, author of Lord of the Flies: Fable, Myth, and Fiction, discusses the essence of the book with aspects of culture, language, and religion, "The theme is an attempt to trace the defects of society back to the defects of human nature. ... This encompasses the full metamorphosis of the boys into savagery. ...

• Word Count: 2518
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School