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Born in Cornwall, England
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Unsuccessful attempt to write first novel at age 12
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Began attending college studying science
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Switched to studying literature
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Graduated from college with BA in English
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Worked several small jobs in a theater
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Began teaching at Bishop Wordsworth's School
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Joined the Royal Army and fought in World War II
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Published "Lord of the Flies"
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Published several more novels
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Left teaching to pursue writing full-time
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Died in Cornwall, his place of birth