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Author J.D. Salinger
Publisher Little, Brown and Company / L.B. Books (Warner Books imprint)
Binding Vintage mass market paperback (May 1981 printing)
condition very good
Summary
J.D. Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye is a raw, unforgettable exploration of adolescent alienation and rebellion that has resonated with generations. Narrated by the disenchanted and witty Holden Caulfield, the novel captures the chaos of teenage identity and loss with piercing honesty. Set in postwar New York, Holden's journey is both internal and external, as he wanders the city confronting phoniness, grief, and the fear of growing up. Salinger’s prose, sparse yet intimate, pulls readers into Holden’s fragmented psyche and philosophical ramblings. A landmark of post-WWII literature, The Catcher in the Rye remains a touchstone for readers questioning the values of society and searching for meaning in a confusing world. This 1981 L.B. Books paperback edition is a collectible copy in gently read condition and offers a nostalgic presentation of a timeless American classic.