Lord of the Flies: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Lord of the Flies by William Golding — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Lord of the Flies is a 1954 novel by Nobel Prize–winning British author William Golding. The book focuses on a group of British boys stranded on an uninhabited island and their disastrous attempt to govern themselves. Themes include the tension between groupthink and individuality, between rational and emotional reactions, and between morality and immorality.
Quick facts about Lord of the Flies
- Title: Lord of the Flies
- Author: William Golding
- First published: 1954
- Genre: fiction, relationships, adventure
- OpenLibrary ID: OL455327W
Where to read Lord of the Flies
Lord of the Flies by William Golding is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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What is Lord of the Flies about?
Lord of the Flies is a 1954 novel by Nobel Prize–winning British author William Golding.
Who wrote Lord of the Flies?
Lord of the Flies was written by William Golding.
When was Lord of the Flies published?
Lord of the Flies was first published in 1954.
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