Allegories in literature gives readers the opportunity to open their minds and discover deeper meanings within the text. Lord of the Flies, by William Golding, is a prime example of literature that is perceived by many as an allegory. This is a striking allusion to the Bible; this novel’s religious disaster unfolds as young British boys land on a deserted island paradise. Golding uses religious allegory to reveal that nefarious behavior is an inescapable“disease” that cripples mankind. Through Golding’s biblical parallels in settings, content, and overall meaning, Lord of the Flies becomes, in essence, a religious allegory.
When the boys first arrive on the island, Golding uses such eloquence in his writing that gives readers the ability
When the boys first arrive on the island, Golding uses such eloquence in his writing that gives readers the ability