Microcosm In Lord Of The Flies

What is truly certain? To answer this deceivingly simple question, one must first take note of the definition of the word “certain,” which, as defined by Dictionary.com, remains: “free from doubt or reservation.” With this concept in mind, one may be determine that if no doubt falls present within an idea or situation, certainty appears established. In relation to this notion, William Golding, former soldier of World War II (WWII) and cynical author of the distinguished novel Lord of the Flies (LOTF), a microcosm of society and breakdown, writes about a small group of stranded children on a desolate island after a plane crash during WWII. The author acts confident that people will fail themselves if proper regulations are not maintained. Throughout LOTF, Golding presents the idea that, without proper governance, civilization will fall into chaos, which, through proper reasoning, proves to be true. The breakdown of societies

This gives an impression of direct conflict to Jack, who symbolizes anarchy as seen by his ruthless, dictating, instinctual nature. After Piggy’s horrible death, the conch shattered and chaos took control over the island. The author attempts to convey the message that a broken government reveals mans’ true, cruel conduct. In fact, the article “Discipline Your Child,” “teens still . . . need you to set limits and enforce order in their lives, even as you grant them greater freedom and responsibility” (4). Guiding children to the correct path is essential for proper development and this aspect does not appear within LOTF. Chaos and anarchy are direct results of a lack of order and government that must be enacted through an authoritative figure, whether it be Ralph and Jack from LOTF or parents in general. Therefore, Golding appears exceedingly correct in his microcosm of the real world. Even so, some differ in the interpretation of his