Two words. Amazingly unique. The style Salinger uses makes it feel as if the main character, Holden Caulfied, is talking directly to the reader. Because of that connection the reader has with Holden it makes the reader feel sympathy for him. Although the book is not action packed, and doesn't move very quickly i found myself struggling to put it down. Holden's interactions with the supporting characters are what make the book interesting. With each new character that is introduced it is like a new mini story within the big picture.

I would recommend this book to anyone looking for an in-depth book about life and society in general. It is not action packed or thrilling, but it is a good reflection on where/how one fits into society. ( )

The Catcher and the Rye is an amazing book! This novel is about the journey of a sixteen year old boy, Holden Caulfield, who was recently expelled from his boarding school, Pencey, in Pennsylvania. Holden leaves school a few days early to explore the city of New York, to find himself. The Catcher and the Rye explores the themes and motifs alienation and growing up. Reading this book at my age, I also find it very relatable.

This novel is definitely one of the best books I have ever read! However, on a scale of one to East of Eden, I would give it 4.5 stars. I love J.D. Salinger’s writing style – it seems very conversational and it’s very easy to read. I truly loved this book and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who hasn’t read this well-written classic. ( )

For me this book was just terrible. There was nothing appealing to it. Not quite sure why so many people love it ( )

Einfühlsam: Wer das Buch nicht gelesen hat, verpasst schlicht und einfach die Erkenntnis, dass man als Heranwachsender mit seinen scheinbar unlösbaren Problemen nicht allein ist.
Teilweise witzig, teilweise unendlich traurig, aber immer einfühlsam beschreibt Salinger das aufgewühlte Seelenleben seines Hauptprotagonisten.
Ein Klassiker nicht nur für Jungleser.

The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger is a novel that combines elements of depression and isolation into a rather entertaining plot. The story follows the main character, Holden Caulfield, after he is kicked out of his third boarding school due to lack of motivation. Before returning back to his home, Holden spends three days lingering around New York City contemplating the world and his role in it. Holden encounters a multitude of different people in relatively social situations, yet at the same time, feels oddly alone and secluded. Readers are able to follow Holden’s thoughts and read along as he realizes that everyone in the world works only for their own personal benefit. Everyone, in Holden’s opinion, is a “phony”, only basing their actions off of what they believe to be the most beneficial to themselves.
I was very entertained while reading The Catcher in the Rye. Although the novel deals with serious topics such as depression and adult insensitivity, the tone of the novel is rather light, not at all dark like one may believe. This tone is due somewhat to the fact that this novel is written in first person point of view. Holden’s experiences in the book are read through the eyes of the character himself, and in turn, readers are able to realize the simple mindedness of the child even though he deals with feelings that seem quite complex. This point of view shows readers that maybe even Holden does not exactly know why he feels the way he does about certain things.
The Catcher in the Rye is a story that any reader can relate to, no matter the age. Holden’s story is merely one in which he confesses all of his feelings, completely uncensored, to the readers. However, Holden never says any of his thoughts out loud, which I think is something that readers can sympathize with him for. Holden represents the mind of the average person and the first person point of view definitely enforces this.
I enjoyed the novel for its pure honestly and comical play of events. I would recommend The Catcher in the Rye to anyone that wants to read an entertaining, comical novel that deals with serious subjects. ( )