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Cherished and Cursed: Toward a Social History of "The Catcher in the Rye"

New Books in American Studies

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This chapter explores the contrasting public persona and private life of J.D. Salinger following his recent death. It examines his enduring cultural significance and the nostalgic impact of his work on American literature and societal norms, particularly in the 1950s.

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