6. Note the passages narrating Simon's experience with the Lord of the Flies (151-152 and 157-159; 170-171 and 177-178), the exact nature of which has often been debated. Here are some questions people have considered: Is this episode all in Simon's mind

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B) Is there someone hiding in the bushes actually speaking to Simon? Is Simon losing (or has he lost) his sanity?

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Asked by Jackwu on 10/15/2021 3:33 AM

Last updated by Aslan on 10/15/2021 3:41 AM

Answered by Aslan on 10/15/2021 3:41 AM

There is nobody hiding in the bushes. We can take this two ways:

The beast is talking to Simon.

Simon interprets this conversation in his head.

Simon is Golding's Christ-figure so metaphysical encounters can be accepted by the reader, especially when related to his epilepsy.