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portada Lord of the Flies
Type
Physical Book
Author
Publisher
Category
NOVELA INGLES
Year
2011
Language
English
Pages
256
Format
Paperback
ISBN13
9780571273577
Edition No.
1

Lord of the Flies

William Golding (Author) · Faber and Faber · Paperback

Lord of the Flies - William Golding

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Synopsis "Lord of the Flies "

Since it was first published in 1954, William Golding's classic debut novel has remained a stark allegory of civilization, survival, and human nature. As dystopian stories like Hunger Games and Battle Royale surge in popularity, this haunting tale of a group of young boys stranded on a desert island still captivates schoolchildren around the world, raising timeless and profound questions about how easily society can slip into chaos and savagery when rules and order have been abandoned. When a plane crashes on a remote island, a small group of schoolboys are the sole survivors. From the prophetic Simon and virtuous Ralph to the lovable Piggy and brutish Jack, each of the boys attempts to establish control as the reality- and brutal savagery-of their situation sets in.A teacher himself, Golding clearly understood how to interest children with a gripping story and strong, sympathetic characters. The novel serves as a catalyst for thought-provoking discussion and analysis of universal issues, not only concerning the capabilities of humans for good and evil and the fragility of moral inhibition, but beyond. The boys' struggle to find a way of existing in a community with no fixed boundaries invites readers to evaluate the concepts involved in social and political constructs and moral frameworks. Symbolism is strong throughout, revealing both the boys' capacity for empathy and hope, as well as illuminating the darkest corners of the human spirit. Ideas of community, leadership, and the rule of law are called into question as the reader has to consider who has a right to power, why, and what the consequences of the acquisition of power may be. Often compared to Catcher in the Rye, Lord of the Flies also represents a coming-of-age story of innocence lost.
William Golding
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William Gerald Golding was a British novelist and poet, awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1983, especially known for his work Lord of the Flies.
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Fanny Maria Díaz Thursday, March 17, 2022
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bueno calidad

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 Alberto Ide Monday, August 26, 2024
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Muy conforme con la relectura de este clásico, y muy aclarador el nuevo prólogo a cargo de Stephen King.

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 Daniela Alcalde Sunday, August 18, 2024

La historia que plantea es interesante y el como va desarrollando los personajes. Sin embargo, en algunos puntos la historia es algo lenta.

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