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William Golding - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 19, 1911 |
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| Died | June 19, 1993 (age 81) |
| Birthplace | Newquay, Cornwall, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also William Golding's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Author of 'Lord of the Flies' and Nobel Prize-winning novelist |
Intro
William Golding was an English novelist, playwright, and poet best known for writing the classic novel 'Lord of the Flies.' His works often explore the darker aspects of human nature and society. Golding won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1983.
Early Life & Background
William Golding was born in Newquay, Cornwall, England, in 1911. He was educated at Marlborough Grammar School, where his father was a science master, and later attended Brasenose College, Oxford, to study natural sciences before switching to English literature.
Career Highlights
- Published 'Lord of the Flies' in 1954, considered a literary classic
- Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1983
- Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1988
- Other notable works include 'The Inheritors,' 'Pincher Martin,' and 'The Spire'
Trivia
- Golding served in the Royal Navy during World War II.
- He initially worked as a school teacher before becoming a full-time writer.
- Golding reportedly received 21 rejections before 'Lord of the Flies' was published.
FAQs
People also ask
When was William Golding born?
William Golding was born the 19 September 1911.
Where is William Golding from?
Newquay, Cornwall, England.
On His Birth-Day
About September 19th, 1911, in brief:
- Day of the week: September 19th, 1911 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: March of the Toys by Victor Herbert & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Padre directed by Jonathan Sobol
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