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William Golding was born in Saint Columb Minor, Cornwall, England. (was born near a cemetery)
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When William was just 12 years old, he attempted, unsuccessfully, to write a novel. (Months & exact date unknown)
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William published his first work, a book of poetry entitled Poems which was overlooked by critics. Wasn't a successful book
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William went on to attend Brasenose College at Oxford University. His father hoped he would become a scientist, but William opted to study English literature instead
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In 1935 Golding took a position teaching English and philosophy at Bishop Wordsworth’s School in Salisbury. (Golding’s experience teaching unruly young boys would later serve as inspiration for his novel Lord of the Flies.)
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1940 Golding temporarily abandoned the profession to join the Royal Navy and fight in World War II.
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after World War II had ended, Golding went back to teaching and writing.
