Jerome David Salinger (/ ˈ s æ l ɪ n dʒ ər / SAL-in-jər; January 1, 1919 – January 27, 2010) was an American author best known for his 1951 novel The Catcher in the Rye. Salinger published …

Mar 21, 2025 · J.D. Salinger (born January 1, 1919, New York, New York, U.S.—died January 27, 2010, Cornish, New Hampshire) was an American writer whose novel The Catcher in the Rye …

The Catcher in the Rye is a novel by American author J. D. Salinger that was partially published in serial form in 1945–46 before being novelized in 1951.

Apr 2, 2014 · J.D. Salinger was a literary giant despite his slim body of work and reclusive lifestyle. His landmark novel, The Catcher in the Rye, set a new course for literature in post …

J. D. Salinger, best known for his controversial novel The Catcher in the Rye (1951), is recognized by critics and readers alike as one of the most popular and influential authors of American …

Jan 13, 2025 · Explore the life of J.D. Salinger, the reclusive author of The Catcher in the Rye, his personal life, married relationships, and children.

We welcome readers and lovers of words, and encourage you to seek out the works of J. D. Salinger, including those that are harder to locate. Start with the published stories, learn about …

Jan 1, 2018 · Check out some facts about Salinger’s war experiences, his disappointing fling with Hollywood, and one curious choice of beverage. 1. J.D. Salinger worked on The Catcher in the …

In 1942, Salinger was drafted into the United States Army and he saw action with the 12th Infantry Regiment. Even though his career seemed to take a backseat to his war career, Salinger did …

Jan 23, 2020 · J. D. Salinger (January 1, 1919–January 27, 2010) was an American author mostly known for his seminal teenage-angst novel The Catcher in the Rye and numerous short …