... natural world, which is a comparison to people of the Pagan religion. Only when the reader takes a closer look at these events, they can see the similarities between the biblical stories and attributes of the characters. The symbolism and representations, having to do with religion, that illuminate the flaws of human kind justifiably make this novel an allegory. William Golding uses religious allegory to unveil ... an authoritarian government system in which most of the boys are manipulated into joining. Jack dictates the boys' actions and as Piggy and Ralph approach the fire, he is des...

• Word Count: 3388
• Approx Pages: 14
• Grade Level: Undergraduate