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He was born in Saint Columb Minor, Cornwall, England. His mother's name was Mildred and she was an active sufferage who fought for women's right to vote. His father, Alex, was a school master to the school that William attended growing up.
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In 1934 William published his first work which was a book of poetry titled "Poems." It was largely over looked by critics.
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William stated teaching English and Philosophy at Bishop Wordsworth in Salisbury. His experience with the young boys caused inspiration for his book "Lord of the Flies."
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In 1940 William joined the Royal Navy. He spent 6 years with the Royal Navy which caused him to fall in love with sailing at sea. As soon as the war was over he went back to teaching.
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In 1954 William published a novel titled "Lord of the Flies." He published the book after 21 rejections and is most known for this novel.
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William Golding was awarded the Nobel Prize for his novel "Lord of the Flies."
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In 1988 William was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II. He recieved the honorary designation Commander of the British empire.
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William died of a heart attack on June 19, 1993. He died in Perranarworthal, Cornwall.
