The Catcher in the Rye

Holden Caulfield, expelled from prep school, wanders New York for three days railing against 'phonies' while mourning his dead brother and struggling to protect his own innocence. Salinger's controversial novel became the defining text of adolescent alienation and rebellion in the postwar era.

The Catcher in the Rye was written by J.D. Salinger, from United States. First published in 1951.

The Catcher in the Rye has received the following awards and honours: TIME 100 Best Novels 1951.

The Catcher in the Rye is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 21/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in alienation, adolescence, authenticity.

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The Catcher in the Rye is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

The Catcher in the Rye originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.