... can contribute to the corruption of one's personality and can ultimately bring out the inner evil that is present in every individual. Throughout the novel "Lord of the Flies," by William Golding, many symbols and recurring motifs help develop and contribute to Jack's violent character and overall savage behavior. The spears that Jack and his hunters constantly use all through the story ... pursue the savage and primitive option of hunting and killing a pig: " 'There were lashings of blood,' said Jack, laughing and shuddering, 'you should have seen it!'" (Golding 73) According...

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