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Lord of the Flies : Text , Criticism , Giossary and Notes

An in-depth exploration of William Golding's renowned novel, this book offers readers the full text of 'Lord of the Flies' alongside insightful critical analysis. It includes a glossary that defines key terms and concepts, as well as detailed notes that provide context and enhance comprehension of the novel's complex themes and characters. more

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William Golding
William Golding

William Golding was an English novelist, best known for his novel 'Lord of the Flies'. His works often explore themes of human nature, morality, and civilization. more

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“People who think with their epidermis or their genitalia or their clan are the problem to begin with. One does not banish this specter by invoking it. If I would not vote against someone on the grounds of 'race' or 'gender' alone, then by the exact same token I would not cast a vote in his or her favor for the identical reason. Yet see how this obvious question makes fairly intelligent people say the most alarmingly stupid things.”