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Birth
William Golding was born to Mildred and Alex, his parents. The house that he was born into was a 14th century house next to a graveyard. (http://www.biography.com/people/william-golding-9314523#synopsis) -
College
William Golding attended Brasenose College at Oxford University. He chose to study English even though Golding's father wanted him to be a scientist. At Brasenose College, he published his first work titled "Poems".
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Teaching Career
After graduating from Brasenose College, William Golding pursued a career in teaching. His years as a teacher inspired him to write his most renowned novel, "Lord of the Flies".
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Time in the Navy
Golding decided to put his teaching career on hold and join the navy, where he stayed for the next six years of his life. During his time in the navy, Golding participated in World War II and was put in charge of a rocket-launching craft. After the war came to an end, Golding went back to the school that he was teaching at prior to the war and continued teaching.
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Publication of Lord of the Flies
Golding published his most known book, "Lord of the Flies". He was rejected 21 times before someone finally decided to publish his novel. He went on to win many awards for this piece of literature.
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Death
William Golding died on this date due to a heart attack in his house in Cornwall, England. He had spent the last few years of his life in this house. Even after his death, he was still awarded for his efforts in literature.
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