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(1919- ) American writer. J.D. Salinger (Jerome David Salinger) is perhaps most well known for his only novel, "The Catcher in the Rye" (1951), which centers around 16-year-old Holden Caulfield in his search for meaning in a society full of "phoniness."
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"The Catcher in the Rye " is a controversial American novel. How many books did this writer create, and for which of these works is he best known? What was the book banned? Who is the main character, and what happens in the end? Test your knowledge about "The Catcher in the Rye."
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A coming-of-age story or novel is memorable because the character undergoes adventures and/or inner turmoil in his/her growth and development as a human being. Some characters come to grips with the reality of cruelty in the world--with war, violence, death, racism, and hatred--while others deal with family, friends, or community issues.
J.D. Salinger (Jerome David Salinger) - Books About J.D. Salinger
J.D. Salinger (Jerome David Salinger) published one novel, "The Catcher in the Rye" (1951), along with a number of short story collections: "Franny and Zooey" (1961), "Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters" (1963), and "Seymour: An Introduction" (1963). Read more about the life and works of J.D. Salinger.
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J.D. Salinger is one of the most famous writers of the 20th century, known for his controversial novel, "The Catcher in the Rye." Salinger's novel has been the subject of a great deal of debate and controversy, even as it has been studied in classrooms across the U.S. Read a few of the quotes from J.D. Salinger.
The Catcher in the Rye - Books About The Catcher in the Rye
First published in 1951, "The Catcher in the Rye" details 48 hours in the life of Holden Caulfield. The novel is the only novel-length work by J.D. Salinger, and its history has been colorful.

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