"Lord of the Flies"

"Lord of the Flies" is a novel by William Golding that explores human nature and societal breakdown. It tells the story of a group of boys stranded on a deserted island who initially try to establish order but eventually descend into chaos, violence, and savagery. The book examines how, without social structures and rules, humans can revert to primal instincts. It raises questions about civilization, morality, and the inherent darker side of human beings, illustrating how quickly societal norms can erode when survival and instinct take precedence.