Nine Stories by J. D. Salinger
"Nine Stories" is a collection of short stories that delve into the complex inner lives of a variety of characters, often exploring themes of innocence, alienation, and the loss of innocence. Each story is unique, offering a glimpse into a different world or situation, but all are marked by the author's distinctive narrative voice and his ability to create compelling, deeply human characters. From a young boy dealing with the death of his brother to a World War II veteran struggling with PTSD, the stories are both profound and deeply affecting.
The 443rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1953
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- 63,000
- Original Language
- English
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- 4th on The Ideal Library (Book)
- 6th on Biblioteca (Argentina)
- 14th on The 16 Greatest Books of All Time (NYU Local)
- 86th on Harvard Book Store Staff's Favorite 100 Books (Harvard Book Store)
- 304th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- The 75 Best Books of the Past 75 Years (Parade Magazine)
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