... corners of the human heart and reveal the evils that remain foggy to human comprehension. Characterized by a fearless desire to achieve originality, the writings of Golding present new and daring themes. Lord of the Flies, a story illustrating the idea that without civilization our values are lost, was Golding's first novel (Bloom 8). Within this work, symbolism plays a dominant role in the development ... company of his nurse, Lily. Goldings extraordinary writings are in no means a result of luck or little effort. As a child, Golding was devoted to books and had a pristine love for lit...

• Word Count: 2125
• Approx Pages: 9
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• Grade Level: High School