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Publisher's Summary
Critic Reviews
"Lord of the Flies gives the reader a lucid and chillingly objective mirror to our modern society. William Golding's narration is as impartial as his work, yet his grumbly, grandfatherly voice, complete with mid-sentence sniffs and swallows, is intimate." (AudioFile)
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- Randall
- 04-25-09
classic
Another must read classic.
51 of 55 people found this review helpful
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- Eric Bergstrom
- 05-25-17
great
I love how the narrator was the author.(William Golding) the story was also very memorable👍
18 of 21 people found this review helpful
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- david
- Canada
- 01-16-12
Classic story
I had to to read this book in school, and found it amazing. it brought back fond memories.
It is refreshing to hear the author reading his own story.
What a fascinating book and I say this book should be put in the schools for the kids of today and the future to enjoy.
13 of 16 people found this review helpful
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
- A Mom
- 03-05-08
Great story - bad narration
I love this tale. Read it years ago and so looked forward to hearing it. However, the author should NOT have read this book. Had some difficulties with his lack of expressions. Quality of sound improved a little after chapter 5. I hope that some day it is re-done with a different narrator (unabridged of course!).
83 of 108 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Charlotte
- Fort Collins, CO, USA
- 04-30-10
Fantastic
I read this book as a child, but I didn't feel the same about it as I do now. I is really compelling and the picture it paints of society is still true today. I have found myself over and over again thinking of this book and how society behaves, it is so poignant. That is why this book is a classic and should be read by everyone.
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
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- EzMnyZ
- 03-05-17
human nature
our true savage nature is exposed in this fast paced story about what we are capable of.
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
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- JesButter
- 03-27-18
Classic
I loved that the author was the narrator and it's a classic book that everyone should listen to.
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
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- Steve Eizensmits
- 11-25-17
excellent
loved every minute. enjoyed the original authors tale with the personal forward. this was excellent
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
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- momo3
- 11-10-17
Timeless story
My daughter really enjoyed the narration and was estatic that she found it on Audible. The story is timeless and still on high school reading list.
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
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- Amazon Customer
- 07-13-17
thought provoking
loved having the author read it. Gives a unique perspective and authenticity. Also love how he explains why he wrote it and what it means.
8 of 11 people found this review helpful