Perfect Society In Lord Of The Flies, By William Golding

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Societies strive to create utopias because, people want to live in a perfect world; and the closest to perfection would be independent confederation to society meaning to be organized in a balance act. Reason is that people live a more perfect life once everyone is identical, and participate in equal parts it's considered as a “perfect” world. In the book Lord of the flies by William Golding. Ralph, and Piggy are determined to survive on the deserted island where they have been stranded. Initially, Ralph, and Piggy are convinced that if they can organize themselves properly, assigning roles, and responsibilities they would have a perfect civilization. In the beginning the boys, Ralph, and Piggy attempt to make their civilization work, but

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