What does the conch symbolize in lord of the flies?

The conch is one of the most significant, and arguably the most memorable, of the symbols utilized by Golding in Lord of the Flies. The conch represents order, rational thought and civilization. read more

In "the Lord of the Flies" Ralph and Piggy find the conch shell on the beach and use it to call the other boys to them, forming a small society. Which is an important reason as to why the conch shell represents civilization and order. Whoever holds the conch shell gets the right to speak, again demonstrating it's symbolization of order. read more

Piggy and Ralph spot a conch and decide to use it to call a meeting. All right! Island society is off to a good start. The boys impose a "rule of the conch" on themselves, deciding that no one can speak unless he's holding the conch. read more

By the time the conch is destroyed, the boys' civilized world has also become unglued. One of the boys was killed by a fire which got out of control and swept through the island. More death and mayhem ensues. read more