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William Golding is born in Saint Columb Minor, Cornwall, England. His parents were Mildred, a suffragette for the right for women to vote, and Alex Golding, a schoolmaster.
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"Poems" was William Golding's first work, which consisted of a collection of poetry. Most critics ignored this collection, however.
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William Golding starts his career as a teacher of English and philosophy at Bishop Wordsworth's School. He maintained his position on their staff until 1961.
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William Golding is married to Ann Brookfield. They would have 2 children together.
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William Golding joins the Royal Navy to fight for England in World War II. He would spend the next 6 years in the service.
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William Golding's first novel, "Lord of the Flies", is published. It han been rejected by publishers 21 times.
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William Golding had taught since 1935, except for the time that he was in the Royal Navy. He retired to pursue his career as an author.
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William Golding recieved the 1983 Nobel Prize for Literature. He was chosen for his unique narratives and doverse novels.
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William Golding was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II of England. This honor was bestowed upon him at Buckingham Palace.
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Golding died in Perranarworthal, Cornwall, England of a heart attack. He left his wife and two children after his death. He was 81 years old.
