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William Golding was born on Septermber 19, 1911 in St. Columb Minor, Cornwall, England to Alec (a schoolmaster) and Mildred Golding (a suffragette). Golding also had a brother named Joseph.
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In 1930, Golding enrolled in Brasenose College, where he studied science for two years. Eventually, Golding switched from science to literature.
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In 1935, Golding graduates from Brasenose with a Bachelor of Arts in English. After college, he spends a period of time working in theatre.
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A few years later, some time in 1939, Golding began teaching philosophy at Bishop Woodsworth's School in Salisbury. This is where he gets his inspiration for his book "Lord of the Flies".
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On September 30, 1939, Golding marries a woman named Ann Brookfield, whom he goes on to have two children with. Their children were named Judy and David.
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After World War II (September 1, 1939- September 2, 1945) Golding returns to teaching. He will continue to teach until 1961.
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On September 17, 1954, one of Golding's most well known books is published. It was rejected 21 times before being published.
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In 1962, Golding leaves his teaching position at Bishop Woodsworth's to write full time. After 1962, as a full time writer, he goes on to publish several books including: "The Spire", "Rites of Passage", and "Paper Men".
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In 1963, Peter Brook releases a film adaptation of Golding's "Lord of the Flies".
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In 1983, Golding is awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature.
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In 1998, Golding goes on to be knighted by Queen Elizabeth II. Officially, he is Sir William Golding.
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On June 19, 1993, Golding dies of a heart attack in Cornwall. He was 81 years old.
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For the next six years or so, William Golding serves in the Royal Navy. He served in World War II. Golding achieved the ranking of Lieutenant. At one point, he was put in command of a rocket launching craft.
