Name: Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye By Dr Sarah Graham (University of Leicester, UK)
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Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye Summary

Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye by Dr Sarah Graham (University of Leicester, UK)

J. D. Salinger's 1951 novel, The Catcher in the Rye, is the definitive coming-of-age novel and one of the most controversial, and successful, books of post-war America. Holden Caulfield remains one of the most famous characters in modern literature and has been a favourite for generations of students. This jargon-free study opens up ways of thinking about the novel, both in terms of wider context but also in close analysis. This introduction to the text is the ideal companion to study, offering guidance on: Literary and historical context; Language, style and form; Reading The Catcher in the Rye; Critical reception and publishing history; Adaptation and interpretation; and Further reading. Continuum Reader's Guides are clear, concise and accessible introductions to key texts in literature and philosophy. Each book explores the themes, context, criticism and influence of key works, providing a practical introduction to close reading, guiding students towards a thorough understanding of the text. They provide an essential, up-to-date resource, ideal for undergraduate students.

Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye Reviews

Joining others in Continuum's 'Reader's Guide' series is an introduction to the key literary text The Catcher in the Rye, a book often assigned for both high school and college-level reading. This study examines different ways of thinking about novels offering both general and specific analysis and inviting students to learn more about history, language, and literary approach. High school and college-level collections will find it involving. -James A. Cox, California Bookwatch, March 2008
I thought I knew this J.D. Salinger novel really well...but Sarah Graham has convinced me otherwise...The critical reception section is fascinating...All Catcher in the Rye teachers should read this book. - The Use of English
Sarah Graham's commentary on The Catcher in the Rye is concise and coherent...Her treatment of Salinger's novel provides enough depth to give most readers new ways to think about the novel. At the same time, the book is short enough that it can be used easily by those who haven't the need for something more elaborate. [Graham's book] is worth seeing and worth using...[and will] contribute to ongoing discussion and debate that will, together, keep Salinger's novel 'alive'. - European Journal of American Studies

About Dr Sarah Graham (University of Leicester, UK)

Sarah Graham is Lecturer in the Department of English and the Centre for American Studies at the University of Leicester. Her publications include The Catcher in the Rye in the Routledge Guides to Twentieth Century Literature series (2006).

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GOR013361959

ISBN 13

9780826491329

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0826491324

Title

Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye by Dr Sarah Graham (University of Leicester, UK)

Author

Dr Sarah Graham (University of Leicester, UK)

Series

Reader's Guides

Condition

Used - Well Read

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Paperback

Publisher

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Year published

2007-10-25

Number of pages

128

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Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye Dr Sarah Graham (University of Leicester, UK)

Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye by Dr Sarah Graham (University of Leicester, UK)

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Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye Summary

Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye by Dr Sarah Graham (University of Leicester, UK)

Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye Reviews

About Dr Sarah Graham (University of Leicester, UK)

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