Lord Of The Flies Enchanting Analysis

William Golding, author of Lord Of The Flies, creates an enchanting setting for the island in chapter one through carefully selected diction. The boys, met with such a wonderful scene, were overcome with childlike joy and nonchalance at the prospect of being in such a magical place. As the boys explore the island, they come across a beautiful clear lagoon, “bright” with the “efflorescence” of “tropical weed and coral” (Golding 11). The author’s word choice indicates that Ralph and Piggy were enraptured by the dazzling scene that lay before them, with efflorescence describing the thick layer of exotic plants, definitely a sight to behold judging by Ralph’s awed “Whizzoh!” (Golding 12). During the boys’ exploration of the island, they come upon