The Atlantic·5 min read·hard
The Classic Novel That Today’s Young Men Should Read
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Lily Meyer
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This piece re-evaluates J.D. Salinger's 'The Catcher in the Rye' on its 75th anniversary, arguing that the novel is more about the protagonist's moral standards than his cynicism. It suggests the book remains highly relevant for young men today.
Beneath all the alienation, The Catcher in the Rye , which turns 75 this year, has a surprisingly hopeful—and ethical—outlook.
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