LOTF Final Journal

The end of the novel was quite funny to me. It was exquisitely ironic. The fact that the current war going on outside of their island is what interrupted their own war is a good piece of irony. Furthermore, the ending is ironic for Ralph and his comrades all strived for fire while Jack and his entourage could care less about a fire. It just so turns out that Jack came up with the idea to set a fire and its smoke is what alerted the naval officer to their presence.
I suppose Ralph cried at the end of the novel for he could finally succumb to his emotions. The danger was gone and he no longer needed to be strong. His storm, or more like typhoon, has passed and the bright sun breaking through the clouds casting a rainbow and illuminating the world has become to much for him. Ralph can once again be the kid he is and throw all his island responsibilities out the door. The heaviest burden he has carried has been removed and he begins to cry in relief and happiness.
I despise SamnEric the most. Not only did they sell out to Jack after being with Ralph for so long but they snitched on Ralph and his hideout when there loyalty is most crucial. I understand that they were forced to become a part of Jack's band of savages, but to sell out one's morals, ethics, and dignity for some barbecued pork? I'd choose death over betraying a friend who has sacrificed so much to making my survival a guarantee. In life we only have a few things that define who we truly are. Our money, friends, and other materials do not define us, but who are is defined by our integrity, dignity, and courage. Something, where even faced with death, I would not compromise like SamnEric. I have and will recommend this novel to a friend any chance I get. It explores topics that are overlooked in our society today. It is only right that this book has been tried to be banned over and over. Most people can't take the truth and that only serves as proof that The Lord of the Flies proclaims a message that needs to reach the ears, hearts, and minds of all.