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William Golding's Birth
He was born in Saint Columb Minor, Cornwall, England. Golding was raised in a 14th century house next door to a graveyard. -
Attended Brasenose College at Oxford University
He spent two years studying science. In his third year, he switched to the literature program. -
Published His First Work
WIlliam Golding published his first work a year before he graduated. It was a book aptly entitled "Poems." His book was largely overlooked by critics. -
William Graduated
Golding graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English. He also had a diploma in education. -
Began Teaching
He began teaching in Salisbury. Golding taught English and philosophy. -
Married
William married Ann Brookfield. They had two children together. -
Left Teaching
He left teaching temporarily. William joined the Royal Navy and wanted to fight in World War II. -
"Lord of the Flies" Published
"Lord of the Flies" was his first novel published. It was published after twenty-one rejections. -
Awarded
William Golding was awarded Nobel Prize for Literature. He was 73 years old. -
Knighted
Golding was knighted by England's Queen Elizabeth II. -
Golding's Death
William died in Parranarworthal, Cornwall, England. His death was due to a heart attack.
