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The Catcher in the Rye
Published
2001
Pages
232
Language
English
ISBN
9780316769174
About this book
J.D. Salinger's classic of adolescent angst is now available for the first time in trade paperback. Holden Caulfield, knowing he is to be expelled from school, decides to leave early. He spends three days in New York City and tells the story of what he did and suffered there.
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The Catcher in the Rye is a timeless exploration of adolescent alienation and the search for authenticity, making it a must-read for young adults and students grappling with similar themes. However, those seeking a fast-paced plot or a universally likable protagonist might find Holden's cynical narrative challenging.
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J.D. Salinger's classic of adolescent angst, "The Catcher in the Rye," follows Holden Caulfield, a disillusioned teenager expelled from prep school. He embarks on a three-day journey through New York City, grappling with phoniness, loss, and his own identity. His cynical observations and search for genuine connection reveal the profound angst of adolescence, making it a timeless exploration of youth's struggle against a perceived corrupt adult world.
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