J.D. Salinger, the author of one of the most awesome books of all time, “Catcher in the Rye”, died of natural causes at the age of 91. Read more on J.D. Salinger below.

The reclusive author reportedly died of natural causes at his home in New Hampshire, according to his son.

“The Catcher in the Rye” was published in 1951 and became a huge hit with teenagers and college students, who identified with the teen angst and theme of alienation, innocence, fantasy, and sex.

After the publication of the famous book, Salinger retreated into seclusion for the rest of his life, refusing interviews.

Salinger purchased a home in 1953 in New Hampshire, where he lived out the rest of his days.

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