1919-

A collection of social, cultural, and historical documents that are designed to help students read and understand J. D. Salinger's novel, "The Catcher in the Rye.".

An Iowa farmer builds a baseball stadium in his cornfield, hoping his hero, Shoeless Joe Jackson, will play in it.

Pioneering American conservationist Raymond Dasmann chronicles his life, describing his career--including work in such varied places as Switzerland and Sri Lanka, and the creation of bioregionalism and ecotourism--and telling his own love story, the fifty-three years he spent with his wife, Elizabeth.

Examines the life and work of twentieth-century American author J.D. Salinger, featuring a biographical profile, critical analysis of the themes, symbols, and ideas in his writing, a selection of critical essays, a chronology, and references.

Discusses the life of American author J.D. Salinger and the historical context, plot, characters, and themes of his novel "The Catcher in the Rye"; also includes ideas for research, excerpts of criticism, and a chronology.

Presents critical extracts, comparisons, and essays on Salinger's Catcher in the rye character, Holden Caulfield.