After witnessing the violence commited by both sides of the conflict during World War II while serving in the British Royal Navy, William Golding returned to England with the conviction that humanity was fundamentally sick. After the war, Golding explored this belief while writing his first and most famous novel, Lord of the Flies. The novel's challenging themes and Golding's well-crafted writing made Lord of the Flies one of the most popular and critically addressed books of the twentieth century. (20020701)
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"A review of the novel's critical analysis includes many sources. A list of thought-provoking discussion question and essay subject is included. The book is illustrated with black-and-white reproductions of period paintings, portraits...and stills. A useful addition that will serve both teachers and students well."
-- School Library Journal (September 2001) (School Library Journal 20010401)
"With its simple format and clear writing, Thrasher's book will appeal to younger students or those who are intimidated by literary assignments."
-- School Library Journal (July 2002) (School Library Journal 20010401)
"Clearly written, easy-to-understand book...A copious notes section, a section for further exploration, questions and ideas for themes and essays, and an appendix of literary criticism make this an invaluable teaching and/or library resource. Many black-and-white sketches, drawings, and photos create further interest in this...literary history."
-- School Library Journal (April 2001) (School Library Journal 20010301)
"Major characters are covered in detail, and minor characters in brief. Well-organized, prolific notes document chapters for ease in further research. The writing is informative and clear with no glaring biases. A useful tool for unlocking a literary masterpiece."
-- School Library Journal (April 2001) (School Library Journal )
"Each book includes biographical information; historical context; details about plot, characters, and themes; a chronology; source notes; and a bibliography. The literary criticism is lucid without being simplistic. For junior-high and high-school students as well as the adults interested in what teens read."
-- Booklist (March 2001) (Booklist )
-- School Library Journal (September 2001) (School Library Journal 20010401)
"With its simple format and clear writing, Thrasher's book will appeal to younger students or those who are intimidated by literary assignments."
-- School Library Journal (July 2002) (School Library Journal 20010401)
"Clearly written, easy-to-understand book...A copious notes section, a section for further exploration, questions and ideas for themes and essays, and an appendix of literary criticism make this an invaluable teaching and/or library resource. Many black-and-white sketches, drawings, and photos create further interest in this...literary history."
-- School Library Journal (April 2001) (School Library Journal 20010301)
"Major characters are covered in detail, and minor characters in brief. Well-organized, prolific notes document chapters for ease in further research. The writing is informative and clear with no glaring biases. A useful tool for unlocking a literary masterpiece."
-- School Library Journal (April 2001) (School Library Journal )
"Each book includes biographical information; historical context; details about plot, characters, and themes; a chronology; source notes; and a bibliography. The literary criticism is lucid without being simplistic. For junior-high and high-school students as well as the adults interested in what teens read."
-- Booklist (March 2001) (Booklist )
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Andy is a professional writer and editor living in Seattle, Washington.
He is the author of numerous non-fiction titles, including biographies of Bruce Lee, Charles Manson, Pol Pot, and his most recent subject, writer/actor/producer Seth Rogen. He is also a fiction writer with publications in journals including Fiction International, Central Park, The Southern Anthology, Collage & Bricolage, The Journal of Experimental Fiction, Conceptions Southwest, and others.
Andy is also a musician and comedian.
Interests: Literature, music, comedy, history, popular culture, art, and film.
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He is the author of numerous non-fiction titles, including biographies of Bruce Lee, Charles Manson, Pol Pot, and his most recent subject, writer/actor/producer Seth Rogen. He is also a fiction writer with publications in journals including Fiction International, Central Park, The Southern Anthology, Collage & Bricolage, The Journal of Experimental Fiction, Conceptions Southwest, and others.
Andy is also a musician and comedian.
Interests: Literature, music, comedy, history, popular culture, art, and film.
Author photo credit: Michael Brown
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