William Golding's "Lord of the Flies" is a powerful exploration of human nature and the thin veneer of civilization. The novel follows a group of British boys stranded on an uninhabited island, chronicling their descent into savagery. Chapters 4-7 showcase key developments:
- Ralph's leadership struggles intensify
- Jack's hunger for power grows
- The fear of the "beast" takes hold
- Tensions rise as the boys divide into factions
- Symbols like the conch and fire lose significance
- Violence and primitive instincts emerge
These chapters are crucial in understanding the breakdown of order and the emergence of primal behavior among the boys.
