Lord of the Flies

What is the meaning behind this quote? “What I mean is… maybe it’s only us.” (Chapter 5 pg. 89)

Lord of the Flies-William Golding

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This quote, spoken by Simon, refers to the Simon is evil that is inherent to human nature. From his words, we can see that Simon clearly sees that in spite of the society and rules that we live by, man continues to retain the uncivilized characteristics of the beasts he fears.

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