catcher primer

A house in the woods

Most frequently banned books

CandideThe Adventures of Huckleberry FinnBrave New World1984

The Catcher in the RyeLolitaI Know Why the Caged Bird SingsThe Anarchist CookbookThe Satanic VersesHarry Potter Series

On the morning of December 8, 1980, he departed from the Sheraton Hotel, leaving personal items in his hotel room for police to find. Chapman bought a copy of The Catcher in the Rye from a New York book store, in which he wrote "This is my statement" and signed it "Holden Caulfield", who is the protagonist of the novel.

John Hinckley

Enduring UnderstandingsThe Catcher in the Rye

-The prosperity and conformity that marked the 1950's set the stage for the rebellion that shaped the late 60's and early 70's -Writers often use personal experiences to provide insights to the reader about life's larger issues -Writers often use a variety of styles and techniques to engage and persuade their audience -It is natural for adolescents to mask deep-seated personal problems about growing up and relating to others.

As you read, be aware of. . .

Stream on consciousness writing

Hyperbole

Slang, jargon from the late 40’s

“Don’t get sore.”

“Maybe I am yellow.”

“It killed me.”