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In "Lord of the Flies" by Ashleigh Byrd, the fragile social order among stranded boys disintegrates under the weight of primal instincts. The sound of the conch signifies the struggle for civilization amidst chaos. As they grapple with survival, fire becomes a symbol of hope and destruction. Jack's savage actions and Simon's introspective discoveries reveal the darker sides of human nature. This excerpt captures the tension between innocence and brutality on the deserted island, showcasing the pivotal moments that shape their fate.
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Lord of the flies By: Ashleigh byrd
“The most important thing on this island is the smoke and you can’t have smoke without fire.”
The littluns who had seen few fires since the first catastrophe became wildly excited.
She was black and pink; and the great bladder of her belly was fringed with a row of piglets that slept or burrowed and squeaked.
Jack held up the head and jammed the soft throat down on the pointed end of the stick which pierced through into the mouth.