Catcher in the rye

Over the last week, i have been reading the catcher in the rye by J D Salinger. At first i was very hesitant to read the book because i was afraid that it would be too challenging. However, now that i am in the process of reading it, it is a very simple yet interesting read. It is about the journey of a boy who gets kicked out of many schools and goes on an adventure in NYC before his parents find out about his expulsion. The book is a general and typical American classic, which many peope would agree with. What i found interesting was that many Americans consider this book a classic and yet it is so different to others. It is, no matter what people argue, a realistic fiction book, which was the first of its kind and that is what makes this book so special.

I think one reason why the book is viewed as a classic is because its writing is so unique. J D Salinger made such a great novel by writing in such a simple way. Yes, there are some very trucky words in the book, but most of them, unlike most other classics, are easy and common words that everybody knows the meaning of. The phrases and words arent out of anyones knowledge and the book could easily be read by 12 year olds. It is one of a kind. Adding on, another reason why i think this book is viewed with as much enthusiasm as it is, is because it speaks to the public. In many other classic novels, the writing is generally speaking to one class, either the rich or the poor. Whereas in the catcher in the rye, the writing is purposefully written to speak and make a message to age groups, young and old. It shows you that you can live a life and be different and try something spontaneous no matter your age. Anyone can relate to what the character goes through and that is why i think the book is considered a lifetime achievement.

In conclusion, i think that the catcher in the rye is an amzing book filled with such an interesting plot. I havent finished it yet but everything in the book just seems so simple and yet it is one of the best books that ive ever read. Being the first of its time, this realistic fiction book is so different but since i have been reading it, i now know why it is considered one of America's , if not the worlds , greatest book.