I finished The Catcher in the Rye today...for the second time. The first time I read it in high school, and I only remembered bits and pieces of it. This time, I had a much better grasp on the story line...probably due to the fact that I wasn't reading to just find the answers to reading questions.
The first time reading TCITR, I had a bit of a moral crisis because it contained more swear words than I had heard in all of my high school years put together. This time, the swearing did not bother me...it helped me understand the character better. However, I would still feel uncomfortable about having some of my more morally conscientious students read it.
I'd like to write something profound about the novel, but I'm currently at a loss. Evidently, I need to mull it over more.
I do love how Salinger uses details to create humor...and the voice of Holden Caulfield is very memorable...highly believable throughout. His voice reminds me a bit of a 5th grade student who I used to talk to regularly for my counseling internship "and all."
Well, more to come on TCITR or my next book... A slightly sad review today :)
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