Who Is The Inhumane In Lord Of The Flies

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Although on the surface, novels may seem fictitious and imaginary, they often incorporate hidden meanings that mirror real world society and experiences. Through the telling of fictional tales, classic novels still manage to give a new perspective on society and challenge our experiences of the world. The Lord of the Flies by William Golding presents a profound exploration of human nature and society, and explores the harsh consequences of the collapse of society, highlighting the clear similarities between the inhumane actions of the boys on the island and the actions of people in the real world. It focuses on regression in human behaviour and moral deterioration, and delves deep into the theme of loss of innocence, represented by Rogers character …show more content…

Roger is initially depicted as an innocent and quiet boy, however his darker intentions are hinted at when he is throwing stones at a younger child. At this moment, a metaphorical ‘barrier’ is protecting the child, which is used to indicate Roger’s remains of attachment to his once civilised life that was left behind. “Here, invisible yet strong, is the taboo of the old life. Round the squatting child was the protection of parents and school and policemen and the law.” emphasising that he is still constrained by the societal rules of their former civilised lives. However, as the order and structure of the boys’ civilization deteriorates, so do Rogers moral restraints. His cruel tendencies escalate in the descriptive quote "Piggy's arms and legs twitched a bit, like a pig’s after it has been killed.” conveying the vicious consequences of Roger’s evil actions, resulting in the brutal murder of Piggy, an act that is both deliberate and merciless. Rogers transformation from a quiet and innocent boy into a relentless and uncivilised savage emphasises how easily the civilization and order of society can be lost, and reveals the inherent darkness within human nature when left unchecked. This encourages readers to think about the importance of laws and morals in a civilised society, and highlights the consequences felt by society if laws didn't exist like so in the

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