JD Salinger
JD Salinger was a renowned American author best known for his novel 'The Catcher in the Rye,' which has become a classic of modern American literature. His works often explore themes of alienation and identity, and he was a significant contributor to The New Yorker, where many of his short stories were first published.
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JD Salinger is mentioned among influential authors.
‘My mum died swimming in the Galápagos at 71... it was a strangely beautiful end for her’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-09-06
JD Salinger is known for his short story 'A Perfect Day for Bananafish', which addresses war trauma and the suicide of a veteran.
Kritik des Polizeitruf 110 aus München „Ein feiner Tag für den Bananenfisch“ - Medien
Germany· 2025-05-18JD Salinger is referenced in relation to the motivations of John Lennon's murderer.
Bengt Ohlsson: ”En massaker skapar inte ett nytt Sverige”
Sweden· 2025-03-26
Ernest Hemingway, Susan Sontag and JD Salinger are among the authors to have graced the pages of the magazine.
The ‘New Yorker’, a US institution, celebrates 100 years of goings on
Taiwan· 2025-03-13
JD Salinger is one of the many greats associated with The New Yorker.
The most reliable New Yorker you’ll ever meet – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-22
