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William Golding is born.
William Golding was born on September 19, 1911 in Saint Columb Minor, Cornwall, England. His mother was an active suffragette and his father was a schoolmaster. -
Golding became a teacher.
Golding became a teacher like his father. He taught English and Philosphy at a school in Salisbury called Bishop Wordsworth's School. -
Golding left to join the navy.
In 1940, Golding left his position as a teacher to fight in WWII. He joined England's Royal Navy and learned many life lessons during his service. -
Golding publishes his first novel.
Golding published his first novel in 1954. Lord of the Flies eventually became his mst acclaimed novel. -
Receives Booker Prize
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Golding is awarded the Nobel Prize.
On December 10, 1983, Golding was awarded the Noble Prize. He was rewarded and recognized for his excellent work in Literature. -
Golding is knighted by the Queen of England.
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William Golding dies.
Golding died on June 19, 1993 by the cause of a heart attack. He spent his last moments with his wife and children.
