William Golding

By TrippParker9

  • Birth

    William Golding was born on September 19, 1911. He was born in a 14th century home next to a graveyard located in Cornwell, England.

  • Novel Attempt

    William attempted to write his first book at twelve years old. He was unsuccessful, and found a different outlet which was bullying his peers.

  • First Work

    In 1934 William published his first work titled Poems. The collection of poems was overlooked by the critics.

  • Graduation

    In 1935 William graduated from Brasennose College at Oxford College.

  • Teaching

    Following his graduation he started searching for a job. He came to the decision of following in his father's footsteps. He became an English and philosophy teacher.

  • War

    In 1940 he abandoned teaching temporarily. He joined the Royal Navy and fought in World War II.

  • End of War

    The war ended in 1945. William went back and began teaching again.

  • First Novel

    In 1954 William wrote his first and most popular novel. The novel was titled Lord of The Files.

  • Nobel Prize

    At 73 years old Golding won the Nobel Prize for Literature.

  • Death

    Golding spent his last years living peacefully alongside his wife. He passed away on June 19, 1993, but his legacy still lives on today.