The Lord of the Flies is a work of fiction. It is a novel written by William Golding and first published in 1954. The novel tells the story of a group of British boys who are stranded on a deserted island after their plane crashes. The boys must learn to survive on the island and create their own society. The novel explores the themes of good vs. evil, the power of leadership, and the nature of human behavior.
The Lord of the Flies is considered a classic work of literature and has been praised for its insightful exploration of human nature. The novel has been adapted into several films and television shows.