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Birth
William Golding was born on September 19th, 1911. William Golding grew up in Saint Columb Minor, Cornwall, England. -
Poems
Wililam Golding published his first book, simply titled "Poems". Poems consisted of assorted poems, as the name would suggest. This book was overlooked by critics. -
Inspiration
William Golding begins teaching at Bishop Wordsworth's School in 1935 as an English and philosophy teacher. William taught rebellious boys, which he later derived his inspiration for Lord of the Flies from. -
World War II
In 1940, William Golding enlisted in the British Royal Navy. He spent six years in the Royal Navy, fighting for Britain in World War II. -
Return
In 1945, William Golding returns from his service in the British Royal Navy to resume his career in teaching. William acquired a fascination for sailing and the ocean while serving. -
Lord of the Flies
In 1954, William successfully published his critically acclaimed novel, Lord of the Flies. Lord of the Flies is considered a masterpiece in literature, and a classic. -
Film Adaptation
In 1963, William Golding reimagined his novel, Lord of the Flies, into a movie. William Golding received positive feedback for his film. -
Award
William Golding received a Nobel Prize for Literature in 1983, for his contributions to literature. William Golding was 73 years old when he received this reward.
