About J.D. Salinger
J.D. Salinger was an American writer best known for his novel "The Catcher in the Rye," published in 1951, which captures the disaffected youth and themes of alienation. Born on January 1, 1919, in New York City, Salinger became a reclusive figure after achieving fame, choosing to withdraw from the public eye while continuing to write. His work often explores complex characters and issues of identity, spirituality, and the struggle against conformity.
