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“Lord of the Flies” by William Golding is a novel that demonstrates the everlasting conflict between good and evil in human beings. In this book, goodness is associated with civilization and the desire to live by the rules whereas evil is associated with savagery and the quest for power (sparknotes.com) Throughout the novel, Ralph (whom represents the good side) is at a constant battle with Jack (who represents the bad side) in the attempt to overcome his cruel and malicious ways. One can easily distinguish the good side from the bad through their contrasting tactics, regulations and personalities both politically and spiritually. There are times, however, when Ralph is dominated by his savage instinct but in the end, he battles the evil forces and brings the good forces to an ultimate victory. Both Ralph and Jack at some point in the novel give into one anoth