Jun
28
How does fire symbolize power or control in Lord of the Flies?
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Kris asked:
I took a different interpretation on the fire as a symbol. I found that when Ralph first gained power the fire was started as his first rule of business. But as he lost power and control of the boys, the fire was smaller and smaller. The fire went out when Jack and the hunters disobeyed him and thus diminishing his control. When Jack gained power he also obtained fire. At the end when the fire is spreading, it’s obvious that there is a total lack of control.
I took a different interpretation on the fire as a symbol. I found that when Ralph first gained power the fire was started as his first rule of business. But as he lost power and control of the boys, the fire was smaller and smaller. The fire went out when Jack and the hunters disobeyed him and thus diminishing his control. When Jack gained power he also obtained fire. At the end when the fire is spreading, it’s obvious that there is a total lack of control.
My problem is, I need quotes for my essay, anyone have any that can support it?
*I lost my book, but I assure you with almost any quotes on gaining or losing fire I could shape this.
Gene