English LOTF Symbolism (shorter)

The Conch Shell

Symbolizes law and order of the adult world democracy.

The Signal Fire

symbolizes the best hope of the boys being rescued

Pigs

It illustrates line of aggression which becomes more and more dominant in the course of events. Thus, it's a symbol of Jack's leadership.

The Lord of the Flies

Symbolizes the power and the evilness in the boys (and in humanity).

Piggy's Specs

They symbolize the voice of reason and logic among the boys. A symbol of intelligence and education.

The Island

symbolizes "isolation" and serves as the perfect backdrop for the frailties of human nature which eventually surface.

Face Paint

the excuse many of the boys use for living as hunting savages, instead of civilized English citizens. It serves as a mask that allows the boys to become someone they are not.

The Parachutist

symbolizes the end of adult supervision.

The Scar

it symbolizes destruction.

Ralph

This character represents the law-abiding hardworking citizen who works for the good of the group and has faith that everything will turn out all right in the end if the proper rules are obeyed by everyone.

Jack

This character represents the destructive forces in society: ruthless and evil, he plays on the fears of the group to gain power over them. Rather that help society, he wants to dominate it.

Piggy

This character stands for the intellectual who tries to solve problems with logic and reason. Because he is considered "different" by the others, they pay little attention to him and he is ineffective despite his intelligence.

Simon

This character represents the mystic, spiritual leader or philosopher who functions on a higher plane than the rest of society. He simply "knows" things - but is unable to communicate his knowledge to the others.

Sam and Eric

They are the last to remain loyal to Ralph and they represent the tug of war within us to remain good.

Littluns

The younger kids, Represent the common folk, who easily follow the lead of others into savagery when there is no enforced structure in society.