... life, present the common theme that man, at his heart, is an evil, violent, and "fallen- being. William Golding's own experiences with a devastated world led in part to the dark picture of humanity painted in his novel. William Golding was born in St. Columb Minor in Cornwall, England. He started to write at age seven, but ended up studying science at ... to screw things up. Golding also uses darkness to symbolize the lack of the controlling effect of civilization on the boys. As Ralph realizes that SamnEric have betrayed him he notes "If it had been light, shame would burn them at admi...

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• Grade Level: High School