Piggy is logical- this would make him the best leader of the boys however, he is not taken seriously because of his looks and physique

Piggy's glasses are a symbol for clear thinking. His views on the world are based on science and logic

Piggy is constantly making reference to the world the boys have left behind

Piggy acts as the brains behind Ralph's leadership

Piggy believes on democracy. He dies desperately clutching onto the conch. His death marks the end of democracy and civilisation

Piggy refuses to take a spear when Ralph and his group go to confront Jack's tribe