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The Catcher in the Rye: Recommended Websites

Use for background information to help students understand The Catcher in the Rye.

J.D. Salinger

American Masters
A timeline of Major Events in the life of J.D. Salinger.
Jewish Virtual Library
Short biography of his life.

The Catcher in the Rye

A Novel Study Guide
Contains information about the characters, themes, setting, etc.
Walking in Holden's Footsteps
Describes the area of New York City Holden walked through.

1940s

1940s Fast Facts
The United States Census Bereau
Library of Congress
Documents describing the Great Depression and World War II, 1929-1945.