Lord of the Flies

In William Golding's gripping novel, Lord of the Flies, a group of schoolboys finds themselves stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash, completely devoid of adult supervision and societal rules. As they initially revel in their newfound freedom, a creeping sense of fear and the emergence of ominous visions begin to erode their fragile hierarchy, revealing the darker aspects of human nature. This thought-provoking tale, first published in 1954, explores the dual potential for destruction and creativity inherent within humanity.