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“It's funny. You take adults, they look lousy when they're asleep and they have their mouths way open, but kids don't. Kids look alright. They can even have spit all over the pillow and they still look alright.”

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THE CATCHER IN THE RYE

This classic novel delves into the psyche of Holden Caulfield, a young man who has been expelled from prep school and is navigating the complexities of adolescence. The narrative is a first-person account of Holden's experiences and interactions with various characters, including his younger sister Phoebe, his former teachers, and the other students he encounters. The story is set in the backdrop of post-war New York and is characterized by Holden's cynical and often humorous perspective on the adult world. more

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