Franny and Zooey by J. D. Salinger
The book is a two-part narrative focusing on the siblings Franny and Zooey Glass. Franny, a college student, is experiencing a spiritual and existential breakdown, questioning the value of her education and the authenticity of the world around her. Zooey, her older brother and a former child prodigy, attempts to guide her through her crisis, using their shared experiences and the teachings of their older brothers. The book explores themes of spirituality, family dynamics, and the struggle for authenticity in a superficial world.
The 611th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1961
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 201-208
- Words
- 41,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 54th on Radcliffe's 100 Best Novels (Radcliffe Publishing Course)
- 135th on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)
- 812th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- Best Books Ever (bookdepository.com)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- As if You Don't Have Enough to Read, Fiction Edition (New York Times)