Facing modern evil through Lord of the Flies
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Did you ever read Lord of the Flies at school? Golding’s 1954 novel has haunted generations and is back in the spotlight with a new tv adaptation.
But how can Christians interpret the seminal text?
Are humans naturally evil, or does society create monsters? Broadcaster Tony Wilson joined Esther to explore why it still resonates today.
Released on 23 Feb 2026
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