CNN reports that J.D. Salinger, author of The Catcher in the Rye, has passed away. He was 91.

He was one of the most reclusive writers of our time, but his classic book certainly made history. I had read somewhere that Salinger, despite not publishing this entire time, was still writing. It will be interesting to see what will happen to his words now.

Rest in peace, Mr. Salinger, and thank you for your contribution to the literary world. You will be missed.

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