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William Goulding was born on September 19 1911, in Saint Columb Minor, Cornwall England. Mildred, his mother, was an activist trying to get women to vote. Alex, his father was a school master.
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As he grew older, Golding began to write novels. He became frustrated because they were not successful. He ended up bullying his peers and becoming a bratty child.
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As he grew up, Golding attended Brasenose College in Oxford university. There, he continued creating stories and poetry. His father wanted him to be scientist but Golding was un interested.
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Before graduating college, Golding created a book of poems. It was overlooked by critics.
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After attending college, he became inspired by young boys that acted out of control. Which is what sparked the idea of the lord of the flies.
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Golding made up his mind to serve in the navy and fight in World War 2. He temorarily took a break from literature.
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The War ended and Golding went back to working on literature.
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After being rejected 21 times, Golding was able to make lord of the flies possible.
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The Lord of the Flies was made in to a film. Golding got awarded for his hard work.
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Golding was knighted by the queen of England.
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Golding passed away but his legacy has lived on.
