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William Golding is born this day in Saint Columb Minor, Cornwall, England.
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He attempts to write a novel at the age of twelve.
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He published a book of poems at this time.
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He begins teaching English and philosophy in Salisbury.
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Joins the Royal Navy this year.
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After WW2, Golding returns to teaching and writing.
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After 21 rejections, LOTF is published.
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Golding is awarded a Nobel Prize for Literature.
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He is knighted by England's Queen Elizabeth II.
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Dies of a heart attack in Perranarworthal, Cornwall, England.
