William Golding

Birth Of William Golding

Sep 19, 1911

William Golding was born on September 19, 1911 in Cornwall, England. He was raised in a 14th century house.

First Attemt At Writing A Novel

Sep 19, 1923

William Golding first attempted -unsuccessfully- to write a novel when he was 12 years old. Not Official Date

Went To College

Jan 1, 1930

Golding began attending Brasenose College at Oxford in 1930 and spent two years studying science, in deference to his father's beliefs. In his third year, however, he switched to the literature program, following his true interests.

Started Teaching

Jan 1, 1935

William Golding had started teaching English and Philosophy in Salisbury, 1935.

Temporarily Left Teaching

Jan 1, 1940

William Golding had temporarily left teaching in 1940 to join the "Royal Navy."

Published First Novel "Lord of The Flies"

Jan 1, 1954

William Golding had published his first Novel "Lord of The Flies" in 1935

Was Awarded For Novel

Jan 1, 1983

William Golding was awarded for his novel in 1983. He was given a Nobel prize for it.

Died

Jun 19, 1993

On June 19 of 1993, William Golding died in Perranarworthal, Cornwall, England.