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Golding’s iconic 1954 novel, now with a new foreword by Lois Lowry, remains one of the greatest books ever written for young adults and an unforgettable classic for readers of any age.
This edition includes a new Suggestions for Further Reading by Jennifer Buehler.
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 they can do anything they want. Anything. But as order collapses, as strange howls echo in the night, as terror begins its reign, the hope of adventure seems as far removed from reality as the hope of being rescued.
From the Publisher
Publisher : Penguin Books
Publication date : December 16, 2003
Edition : Reissue
Language : English
Print length : 224 pages
ISBN-10 : 0399501487
ISBN-13 : 978-0399501487
Item Weight : 4.2 ounces
Reading age : 12+ years, from customers
Dimensions : 4.25 x 0.59 x 7.5 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,014 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #3 in Teen & Young Adult Classic Literature #30 in Classic Literature & Fiction #62 in Literary Fiction (Books)
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Customers say
Customers find this book engaging and thought-provoking, praising its timeless story and fantastic insight into the human psyche. Moreover, they consider it a must-read, particularly for high schoolers and young teen boys, and appreciate its classic status. However, the pacing receives mixed reviews, with some finding it fast-paced while others say it’s slow at times, and the writing style also divides opinions between those who find it wonderful and those who note awkward passages.
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