J. D. Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye: A Cultural History - Paperbackby Josef Benson (Author) This book provides a fascinating examination of J. D. Salinger and his landmark novel, The Catcher in the Rye. Focusing on Salinger and his beloved protagonist, this book reveals how the novel has affected readers in profound ways across the decades, from war protestors of the 1960s to Black Lives Matter advocates of the 21st century. Author Biography Josef Benson is an associate professor of English at the University of