The Catcher in the Rye is a novel by J.D. Salinger that has become a classic of American literature. It is a story narrated by Holden Caulfield, a teenager struggling with the phoniness and hypocrisy of the adult world. The book's cover art often depicts a red hunting hat, which becomes a symbol of Holden's desire to protect the innocence of childhood. The Catcher in the Rye is known for its unique narrative voice and its exploration of teenage angst.
