1. Lord of the Flies and The Inheritors
Golding uses allegory as a literary device to advance the story's significance beyond just an adventure fable. ... In this story William Golding employs religious allegory, linking parts of his novel to several biblical stories and portrays Simon as a Christ-like figure. ... Simon says to Ralph, "I just think you'll get back alright" (111), as if he could foresee his own death, just like Jesus did. ... The relation that William Golding makes between the boys' struggles and the struggles in religion show that this novel is an allegory. ... They first elect a leader, Ralph, who ...
Golding's occupations as a Naval Commander and a teacher come across strongly in this book. ... William Golding presented numerous themes and basic ideas that give the reader something to think about. ... Golding is also showing that morals come directly from our surroundings, and if there is no civilization around us, we will lose these values. ... Other aspects that Golding explore are that when given a chance, people often single out another to degrade and improve their own security. ... Jack became jealous as Ralph became leader, although towards the end of the book he got his wish,...