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William Golding was born in Newquay United Kingdom to his parents Alec and Mildred Golding. -
He went to Marlborough Grammar School, where his father taught, and at Brasenose College. He graduated in 1935. -
William Golding married Ann Brookfield. -
His son David was born. -
William Golding joined the Royal Navy. -
His daughter Judith was born. -
William Golding publishes his first novel, Lord of the Flies. -
William Golding was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature for the realistic narratives of his novels. -
Queen Elizabeth II knighted William Goldings. -
William Golding passed away from heart failure.