Lord of the Flies by William Golding paperback book

The novel was first published in 1954 and is a classic work of literature. It tells the story of a group of schoolboys who are stranded on a deserted island and their descent into savagery. The book explores themes of human nature, civilization versus savagery, and the loss of innocence. The edition shown includes an afterword by author Lois Lowry. The book is widely taught in schools and has been adapted into several films and a stage play.