The Catcher in the Rye is a coming-of-age novel by J.D. Salinger. Narrated by the rebellious teenager Holden Caulfield, it follows his journey through New York City after being expelled from school. The novel explores themes of alienation, identity, and the loss of innocence. With its honest and relatable portrayal of teenage angst, The Catcher in the Rye has become a classic of American literature.
