Catcher in the Rye-most banned book and why

Title: Catcher in the Rye-most banned book and why
Category: Literature / Novels | Words: 694 | Pages: 3.0 (approximately 235 words/page)

Catcher in the Rye-most banned book and why

“The Catcher in the Rye” is one of the most frequently banned books in America today for many reasons, including its language, sexual reference, Characters (their actions and descriptions), and Violence. The language J.D. Salinger uses in “The Catcher in the Rye” is very offensive as well as racist and rude. In the book, Holden manages to put down women, Catholics and Gays, by only “being himself.” This can be expressed very well in …showed first 75 words of 694 total…

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…showed last 75 words of 694 total…that’s not enough, “The Catcher in the Rye” played a part in the assassination of John Lennon, a very brilliant man, who brought peace to America when it was needed. If the offensive language, insulting sexuality, corrupt characters, and unnecessary violence doesn’t make you cringe at this overrated piece of literature, then at least don’t influence our children by telling them they relate to Holden and the characters of J.D. Salinger.

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