/lit/ - Literature

What is the worst book you have ever read?

Can we all admit this was a great book?

>implying this isn't the one true answer

Best parts of this book.
Go.

Good evening, /lit/.

So, what are you studying at the moment? If you're not studying, what's your job?

>What's your favourite book?
>Mine is pic related.

It really resonated with me the first time I read it;
I think it sparked my love of reading tbh

Either this or Macbeth

Why is this book so bad? It seriously made me hate reading and because of it I have not read any book other than a text book or comic in over 4 years

is it wrong that I'm enjoying this as a 23 year old? Everyone I talked to gave the same review "I enjoyed it when I was a teenager, but now I hate how much of a brat Holden is." I actually think he's personable and can relate to how critical he is of people who seem less "genuine" than others. I wouldn't use the word "phony" to describe everyone I dislike but aside from that I feel like I'm not that more mature than him.

Is this just some resonating teenage angst in me or does Holden actually appeal to a lot of adults?

>tfw 99% of recommended literature is so fucking bad it's unfathomable how they managed to make you gooks "cry" while reading it. FUCK YOU. Your literature is even worse than your music and TV. FUCK YOU! Seriously FUCK YOUUUU

Dear lit,
Have any of you ever written a paper on the catcher and the rye? The assignment I was given is to read and review, the reviews others have written about the book, and I am bored by the reviews that I am finding online.. halp a fagot out?

Growing up still is for losers.

It's the only choice OP.

Was Holden autistic?

Sup /lit/
/mu/ here
Do you guys listen to music while reading?
there's a argument going on in /mu/ about it.

Good Evening,

I have a question for you, /lit/. What is the defining aspect of Catcher and the Rye that allowed it to be enjoyed by so many. First, tell me the reasons why you all enjoyed the novel, then tell me why you think society enjoyed it. Well, there is the obvious Lennon assassination that gave the book added fame, but we can all agree that there is more to its success than that tiny aspect.

So, what's your opinion on the matter at hand?

Hey /lit/. I come before you today with a simple request. Can anyone recommend me a book that's similar to The Catcher in the Rye?

>inb4 shit talk.

I honestly don't care if you thought it was a bad book or whatever. I would just like to know of any books similar to it. Btw this is the first time I've ever been on this board. If it's anything like /mu/ with rampant hipsterfaggotry everywhere.. then maybe nevermind. But actually now that I think about it, I want to hear your opinion on it anyway so go ahead if you want.

its kind of an unknown book, but you might like it

Thoughts? Is it worth reading?

Hey there /lit/ I need some help.

Why does Holden have so many unsuccessful phone calls? What could they mean?

>>1144866
That isn't the iconic cover.

>walk into barnes & noble
>lady asks if i need help
>realize she is a phony
>get away from here
>look around me
>everyone is a phony
>look at myself
>mfw i am a phony

Yes! Yes, "Oh boy, here we go again."
Actually, I am wondering what people felt and how this book impacted them after completing it.I am wondering if it is still relevant in numerous school programs, if people still deem it important. I realize that it has achieved a cult status - and I honestly want to understand why.

Why is this considered a "classic"? I'm largely... neutral about this book. I would appreciate a discussion, not a sagefest by people that did not like it. I think there can be much to talk about.

Why is this STILL the best thing ever written?