2006-12-21 18:24:56 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
It's possible (and I stress possible) that the conspiracies have about the book's author, J.D. Salinger, have leaked into his most acclaimed/ important book of his career. Salinger is --you might already know-- and EXTREMELY elusive individual, who has been interviewed or even sighted only a few times...this is especially the case because of the sensation Catcher in the Rye would become. Many people have speculated Salinger's doings and whereabouts over the years, which might have also led to some of the folklore and mythology surrounding "Catcher". The capstone work of such an evasive author could easily adopt many of public qualities of its maker...
Not to be funny, but this is simply my own "conspiracy theory" to the origin of the conspiracy theories you wonder about. Hope that helps, or at least points you in some kind of logical direction for further research. Good luck!
2006-12-21 18:48:23 · answer #1 · answered by zozo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I liked "The Catcher In The Rye" and a book that describes teenage angst and sexuality in a liberal way at that time was bound to create some controversy. The fact that John Lennon's killer read the book just before committing the crime, has little with to do with the story itself and perhaps created a reputation for this novel and it's author J. D. Salinger that to me seems unfair.
I mean hidden messages in the book, what rubbish! I don't buy it, it sounds like another storm in a teacup. A favourite book among serial killers? Come on, get a grip!
I think many tried to blame the murder of John Lennon on the book and that is why so many search for hidden messages in it, but had he read "The Wind In The Willows" instead, I'm sure they would have done the same with that.
2006-12-21 18:56:34 · answer #2 · answered by Miranda Elizabeth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How can you say that !! catcher in the rye is about a guys spiralling depression to the point of suicide ..... if you see something else, there must be alot conspiracy theorists out there as it was used in schools for many years as part of the English exams
2006-12-21 18:36:38 · answer #3 · answered by carol p 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The conspiracy theories don't have anything to do with the book itself, but the fact that Mark Chapman supposedly had it in his pocket when he shot John Lennon.
Apparently, it was all part of some indoctrination he'd received by the FBI to make him shoot Lennon.
2006-12-21 22:18:36 · answer #4 · answered by Daniel R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bought the book after my uncle gave it such a great review. Im sorry to say I just couldnt get into it. I read the first 5 pages many times over a period of months and I just kept losing focus. After so many attempts in different environments and me in different moods I just realised that I wasn't meant to read this book, yet. I'll give it another couple of years and try again.
2006-12-21 22:13:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the Bible is another book loved by conspiracy theorists...
2006-12-21 18:30:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
perhaps. I am four square against it. I thought it was a terrible read. So I hope, for the sake of someones sanity, that their is a hidden message in it.
2006-12-21 18:31:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i never heard that. According to "Six Degrees of Separation", its a book loved by serial killers
2006-12-21 18:39:47 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋