Perspectives

Putting the text “Lord of the Flies” by William Golding into perspective is very important, as you will be able to engage in a meaningful dialogue about the text and it will further your understanding.

Time or periodical perspective

The novel was written in 1954, during the Cold War. At that time, “Lord of the Flies” was not very successful, but it became a best-seller later on. It also became a mandatory reading for students in schools, still being relevant and very important today. The novel presents the action during a nuclear war.

• Do you think that the novel has anything to do with the events that have happened during the Cold War?
• Knowing that Golding fought in the Second World War, do you think that this might have influenced his writing? How?

Relevance today

The novel “Lord of the Flies” ...