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The Work of William Golding with Tim Howles
Jun 26, 2024
Tim Howles, a Junior Research Fellow in Political Theology at University of Oxford, discusses William Golding's work. They explore themes of morality, power, religion, innocence, and human nature. The podcast analyzes Golding's writing style, characters, and how he subverts traditional moral tales. They also delve into the role of children, external influences, hope, transcendence, Neanderthals in 'The Inheritors', and symbolism in Golding's works.
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- Golding's novels delve into complex themes like maturity, evil, power and language.
- Golding challenges binary moralities and explores human nature and morality through intricate character dynamics.
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Overview of William Golding's Works
William Golding's work, including novels like Lord of the Flies, The Spire, Darkness Visible, and The Inheritors, delves into complex themes like maturity, evil, power, and language. Despite seeming like simple moral tales on the surface, Golding's novels intricately explore religious, philosophical, and metaphysical questions, showcasing his adeptness at weaving complex narratives. From the retelling of the Tower of Babel in The Spire to the moral exploration of good and evil in Darkness Visible, Golding's vast body of work goes beyond the boundaries of conventional storytelling.
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