Lord of the Flies
by William Golding
Lord of the Flies by William Golding holds a well received rating of 3.64 out of 5, based on 1.6M reader ratings. First published in 1954. The book spans 182 pages.
About Lord of the Flies
At the dawn of the next world war, a plane crashes on an uncharted island, stranding a group of schoolboys. At first, with no adult supervision, their freedom is something to celebrate; this far from civilization the boys can do anything they want. Anything. They attempt to forge their own society, failing, however, in the face of terror, sin and evil. And as order collapses, as strange howls echo in the night, as terror begins its reign, the hope of adventure seems as far from reality as the hope of being rescued. Labeled a parable, an allegory, a myth, a morality tale, a parody, a political treatise, even a vision of the apocalypse, Lord of the Flies is perhaps our most memorable novel about “the end of innocence, the darkness of man’s heart.”
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | William Golding |
| Published | 1954 |
| Pages | 182 |
| Kindle Price | $1.99 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 3.64 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 1,605,019 |
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What genre is Lord of the Flies?
Lord of the Flies is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is Lord of the Flies worth reading?
Based on 1.6M reader ratings, Lord of the Flies has an average score of 3.64 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Lord of the Flies?
Lord of the Flies has 182 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Lord of the Flies?
Lord of the Flies was written by William Golding. It was first published in 1954.
What is the ISBN for Lord of the Flies?
The ISBN-13 for Lord of the Flies is 9780140283330.0.
How much does Lord of the Flies cost on Kindle?
Lord of the Flies is available on Kindle for $1.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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