Understanding The Catcher in the Rye

by Stuart A. Kallen

The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger is one of the most widely read and controversial books written on the subject of teen alienation. The Catcher in the Rye is an essential literacy companion that contains the author's biography, the historical context of the book, the cast of characters, critical literacy analysis, and more.

96 pages, Library Binding

First published November 1, 2000

About the author

Kallen has written more than 350 nonfiction books for children and young adults. His books have covered a wide arc of human history, culture, and science. Kallen is also an accomplished singer-songwriter and guitarist in San Diego, California

Reviews

[Stephanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was glad to have this guide, if simply to guide some of the context and wording...his older brother was not a prostitute in Hollywood, but rather a writer in Hollywood in the movie industry and therefore less authentic or a true writer....quick read but helped to explain some of the controversy and interest in this classic as well as the author.

[Jack · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great resource for understanding the symbolism and themes of Catcher.

[Stacy Papineau · Rating 1 out of 5]

Not what I expected, a review of Salinger's biography and chapter by chapter summary of the novel. I wanted more of a debate or analysis of the classic work from multiple viewpoints.