A Reader's Companion to J.D. Salinger's the Catcher in the Rye - 2nd Edition by Peter G Beidler (Paperback)

The Reader's Companion to J.D.

Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye is an indispensable guide for teachers, students, and general readers who want to fully appreciate this perennial bestseller.

This comprehensive companion provides over 250 explanations to help readers make sense of the culture through which Holden Caulfield stumbles as he comes of age.

With a new section on reactions to Salinger's death in January, 2010, this edition includes a map showing the various stops in Holden's Manhattan odyssey and a glossary of over 100 terms, phrases, and slang expressions.

The introduction discusses topics such as the three-day time line for the novel, the way the novel grew out of two earlier-published short stories, the extent to which the novel is autobiographical, what Holden looks like, and the reasons for the enduring appeal of the novel.

The many photographs in the Reader's Companion give fascinating glimpses into the world that Holden has made famous.

This valuable tool will help readers of all ages to better understand and appreciate this classic novel.