Two of my favorite authors -- gone.
J. D. Salinger who wrote "Catcher in the Rye" so many years ago. Holden Colfield with his cogent remarks about life and learning, shocking in its day, a classic now. Mr. Salinger was a recluse, but his novel was a rocket star, a coming-of-age story that taught many a youngster a thing or two. I only... Sign in to see full entry.