Sergeant Salinger

Jerome Charyn's Salinger presents a compelling exploration of J. D. Salinger's early life as a young American draftee in World War II. Assigned to the Counter Intelligence Corps, Salinger experiences the horrors of war, from D-Day to the grim realities of a Bavarian death camp. Post-war, he struggles with civilian life, haunted by his experiences and personal relationships, ultimately shaping the enigmatic author we know today. This biographical narrative offers a poignant look at the events that influenced the creation of a literary legend.