In this classic novel, a group of British schoolboys are stranded on a deserted island after their plane crashes. Without adult supervision, they attempt to establish their own society, but descend into savagery and violence. The novel explores themes of human nature, civilization, and the potential for evil that lies within us all.
It's a powerful and thought-provoking story, and one of the most famous examples of literature exploring the concept of children reverting to basic instincts for survival.