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Summary: A detailed story of two days in the life of a teenage boy.
Review: I found Salinger's book,"The Catcher in the Rye", to be very stimulating as far as understanding the mind of a sixteen year old boy in a depressing stage of life. Being only three years older than Holden, I can still relate with some of his feelings and emotions. I enjoyed Salinger's writing style and his survey of the thoughts we sometimes all have. It was a good book overall!
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Summary: Perplexed Adolescence
Review: I found The Catcher in the Rye to be an adequately decent book in which I found myself captivated and intrigued. Notwithstanding, I feel that the novel was overrated and came no where near my high expectations. This is not to say that the book was not enjoyable, for it certainly enraptured my attention, but I feel that a person's time could be better spent. You are captured into the life of the severely disturbed adolescent boy, Holden Caulfield. Time seems to last forever in Holden's depressing world consumed by phonieness. Holden could never seem to find anything that pleases him, and was once again flunking out of school. He was not an asinine boy, however, effort was not something he often practiced. Unless Holden was amazingly stimulated by a topic, which was hardly the case, Holden would exemplify no effort, for he saw no point. He begins these five perpetual days with a great deal of cash which is quickly spent at nearby bars and clubs where he hopes to encounter a friend. However, when he is actually invited to join someone he declines for the mood is never befitting. Numerous dates and calls are made to many of his old acquaintances hoping to restore past relationships. At first, he finds him self in love, but ends hating them for as always they're just "phonies" and counterfeit. Holden experiences numerous issues and doubts that are greatly common among adolescents today. Almost every person of every personality feels a relation to Holden's views of day to day life and the world surrounding him. In my opinion, however, Holden's character appeared somewhat obnoxious, and it is still an enigma to me how this book was ever considered a "classic." Nonetheless, this book should not be viewed in a negative light; it is a commendable piece of literature that I would comfortably recommend.
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Summary: Pee-your-pants-funny!
Review: I found this book in the bookshelves of our basement. I think my mother must have picked it up at a garage sale many years ago. It sounded interesting and so I started to read. This book takes you on such an emotional roller-coaster! One moment you are rolling on the floor laughing and the next you're crying for dear Holden. I go back and read my favorite passages, especially when I am sad, to remind myself that other people go through tough times too. For weeks after I initially read the book I looked at life through Holden's eyes. It really gave me a whole new view. The only negative thing I can say about this book is that the language is like a toilet overflowing. In some ways, I think it makes it more realistic, though. I was telling my mother how hilarious tis book was. I don't think I'd want her to read it though. She wouldn't really understand.....
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Summary: This book was well writen but not liked....
Review: I found this book really well writen. The Athor is a very good writer; But I dont like the life of Holden. I think that most people can relate to the book; But I dont think that I really want, or most people, to know The life of someone and all his problumes. I am sorry if this botheres anyone about this book but I dont feel that people really want to read the problums of someones life. Thanks for reading this bye bye.....
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Summary: The Catcher in the Rye--a book for teens
Review: I found this book to be a good read for teens. Holden Caulfield, the main character, is an unpopular, confused teen, to whom almost everyone can relate. He uses profanity, talks of "phony" people, and is trying to grow up. Later on, Holden is shown as a character who becomes depressed and sees nothing to enjoy in life. Everything is everyone else's fault. As the book continues, Holden's impending downfall is evident, and he will only get worse before he gets better. I feel that teens can relate to Holden, but yet see his problems and why not to be like him in every way. However, just because he is not popular is not why he is a "loser"...it has to do, moreso, with his individual personality and personal problems. I enjoyed this book, and Salinger's use of language to make Holden a more real character.
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Summary: It was good
Review: I found this book very interesing. However the book became very disappointing because Holden became very stupid with his comments and his action
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Summary: A classic that has stood the test of time
Review: I found this to be an excellent read. The story of Holden Caulfield was interesting. His dealings with guys from Pencey, his teachers, his family, and all the others along the way were great. I liked the relationship he has with his little sister. I could relate having two younger sisters myself. The story of Holden, the classic immature young man trying to hold on to his past had me entertained throughout. I recommend it to all who haven't yet read it.
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Summary: Human
Review: I gave up reading in 7th grade due to frustration with everything in life. In 10th grade i picked up this book and read it in two hours, and have read a book every week since. What's so great about it? Maybe nothing. Maybe the fact that the main character is an average frustrated teenager isn't anything new. The fact is, this book captures what it is like to be a HUMAN...to hate the phony even though you are phony sometimes yourself. To desire being good but being bad. To give up on society only to feel even more alone in your struggle. The truth is what it's about.
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Summary: good book
Review: I generally am not much of a reader, but I really like Catcher in the Rye. This was a really easy book for me to get through. Finishing the book wasn't a struggle; I didn't lose interest and I easily understood the things going on in the plot. It didn't have boring irrelevant details like a lot of books, it didn't use bazaar words, etc. The things that Holden say are really entertaining and are shocking in certain points. The best thing about Catcher in the Rye, though, is that it's really easy to relate to many of the things that Holden says.
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Summary: The word 'classic' does not do it justice.
Review: I get somewhat disconcerted when I read, with disgust, the reviews given by those philantines who chose to give this book 1 star. There reasons are generally as follows. They either: Don't get it. Think it has no plot or are put off by the 'swearing' To those who say they don't get it, I ask, does the fact that your ignorance of the book's significant meaning mean that it is suddenly worthless? The book is read on a personal level. Rather chose not to review it because giving it one star just because you didn't see it's purpose is like a 12 year old critisising Chaucer. Those who dislike the book because it has no plot are even more ignorant than those who who don't understand it. Because, the only thing you are doing is saying that because there is no Steven King action or Wilbur Smith adventure or Tarantino twist that it is not worth it. For 'chrissake' Pride and Prejudice' has little plot either, are you saying that it is 1 star material too. Literature is not aboub thrilling polts of intrigue, it is about social comentary and art and the things that make us human. If you want a plot go and read Michael Criton's commercial stuff. And finally to those who lambast it for 'swearing'. I have heard worse language in Barney. Yes, there is blasphamy but it was justified in terms of the books actual meaning. Other than that the only word that might upset those who are so putritan is 'crap' and that should surely be cause a huge public outrage...please grow up. This book has touched me more than any other. Ignore the crits. read it.
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