Initially intended for adult readers but became popular among teenagers
Set in 1949 post-World War II America
Reflects the social and cultural tensions of post-war American society
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Narrative Structure
Three-day timeline spanning from Saturday to Monday
First-person narration from Holden Caulfield's perspective
Written as a retrospective account from a mental health facility
Non-linear storytelling with frequent flashbacks and digressions
Main Character
Holden Caulfield: 16-year-old protagonist
Recently expelled from Pencey Prep (his fourth school)
Struggling with depression and anxiety
Exhibits symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
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Key Themes
Innocence and the loss of childhood
Alienation and isolation
Identity and growing up
Authenticity versus "phoniness"
Death and mortality
Significant Symbols
The Catcher in the Rye
Represents Holden's desire to protect childhood innocence
Based on his misinterpretation of Robert Burns' poem "Comin' Thro' the Rye"
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J.D. Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye emerged as a groundbreaking novel in post-World War II America. Published in 1951, it was initially intended for adults but resonated deeply with teenage readers, marking a significant shift in literary culture.
The novel's controversial themes and frank discussion of teenage alienation made it both celebrated and challenged
Its cultural impact continues to influence modern literature and social discussions
DefinitionStream of Consciousness
A narrative technique that presents a character's thoughts and feelings as they occur, without logical organization.
Example
The novel's impact can be seen in how it influenced later works like "Perks of Being a Wallflower" and "Less Than Zero", which also explore teenage alienation and authenticity.
Analogy
Think of the novel as a mirror reflecting the universal experience of teenage confusion and rebellion, much like how a diary captures raw, unfiltered thoughts and emotions.
