Lord of the Flies (1954) by William Golding tells the story of a group of British boys stranded on a deserted island after their plane crashes during a wartime evacuation. Initially, they attempt to establish a civilized society, electing Ralph as leader and using a conch shell to maintain order. However, under Jack's influence, the boys gradually descend into savagery, abandoning rules for violence and hunting. As fear and superstition take hold, the group splits, leading to the deaths of Simon and Piggy. The novel explores the dark side of human nature, the fragility of civilization, and the loss of innocence before a naval officer finally rescues the boys.
