Randy Hough 10th English The nonexistent beast serves as one of the most important symbols in the novel. It is representing both the terror and the allure of the natural instincts towards violence, power, and savagery that lurk within every human being. The beast is something that comes from the kid’s minds. It is clear that the littlun's idea of the monster rising from the sea terrifies the boys because it represents the beast's …showed first 75 words of 258 total…

…showed last 75 words of 258 total…Jack has the ability to control the boy’s fear of the beast and that is what gives him his power. This is shown when he has the Hunters play the game, where one person is the beast and the others kill it. This makes him more powerful because he is able to control their fears. Jack is also ale to protect them from the beast and thus they feel protected by him. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**