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Lord of the Flies, Centenary Edition
William Golding
The classic novel by William Golding
With a new Introduction by Stephen King
"To me Lord of the Flies has always represented what novels are for, what makes them indispensable." -Stephen King
Golding's classic, startling, and perennially bestselling portrait of human nature remains as provocative today as when it was first published. This beautiful new edition features French flaps and rough fronts, making it a must-have for fans of this seminal work.
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | November 1, 2011 |
| ISBN13 | 9780399537424 |
| Publishers | Perigee Trade |
| Pages | 304 |
| Dimensions | 132 × 197 × 21 mm · 244 g |
| Language | English |
| Contributor | Stephen King |
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