Camras1 Eytan Camras Mullen English 29 October 2014 Lord of The Flies Paper In Lord of The Flies by William Golding, the group of boys stranded on a deserted island, discover many objects and ideas that symbolize certain traits and qualities. ?Some denote civilized and respectable attributes, while others present the rigid and horrible side of humanity. Golding?s use for symbols such as Piggy?s glasses, the conch, and the beast, show how the boys have adapted to their new environment and ways. The book is about how these boys, when ripped away from their civilizations, can become ruthless and harmful beings in the absence of rules or a social structure. Throughout the book,each of these symbols bring out a different aspect of humanity.