Lord of the Flies Novel Study

Lord of the Flies by William Golding is a gripping and unsettling novel that explores the descent into savagery of a group of boys stranded on a deserted island. In this course, students will examine the novel’s powerful commentary on human nature, the fragile boundaries of civilization, and the tension between order and chaos. Through guided reading, character analysis, and thematic discussions, students will explore symbols such as the conch, the beast, and the “Lord of the Flies” itself. They will reflect on the moral and psychological lessons embedded in the narrative and consider how the novel’s exploration of group dynamics, leadership, and morality remains relevant to contemporary society.