William Golding

Birth

Sep 19, 1911

When he was born.

published first book

Mar 30, 1934

This was when he published his first book, which was a book and series of poems. This series got very overlooked at the time.

Becoming a Teacher

Mar 30, 1935

After going to college for being a teacher, he began to work at Bishop Wordsworth's school in Salisbury. He taught English and Philosophy.

The Royal Navy & WW2

Mar 30, 1940

Golding temporarily abandoned his teaching career to serve in the Royal Navy. He fought in the battle of World War 2.

End of the War

Mar 30, 1945

He had a lifelong love for the sea and sailing after the war. But when he came back home, he went back to his normal routine and taught once again.

Publishing his book

Mar 30, 1954

AFter many rejections, 21 to be exact, Golding was finally able to publish his Novel "Lord of the flies"

Retirement

Mar 30, 1963

Ftaer many many years of teaching, he eventually retired.

Nobel prize

Mar 30, 1983

William Golding was awarded Nobel Prize for literature.

Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II

Mar 30, 1988

william Golding was knighted by England's Queen Elizabeth II.

Lord of the Flies: MOVIE

Mar 30, 1990

Lord of the Flies was produced into a film.

The Passing Away.

Jun 19, 1993

Sadly, on June 19, 1993 William Golding's life was taken by a heart attack. His life was filled with many great accomplishments, those that continue to be recognized today.