Catch-22 is like no other novel. It has its own rationale, its own extraordinary character. It moves back and forth from hilarity to horror. It is outrageously funny and strangely affecting. It is totally original. Set in the closing months of World War II in an American bomber squadron off Italy, Catch-22 is the story of a bombardier named Yossarian, who...
Catch-22 is like no other novel. It has its own rationale, its own extraordinary character. It moves back and forth from hilarity to horror. It is outrageously funny and strangely affecting. It is totally original. Set in the closing months of World War II in an American bomber squadron off Italy, Catch-22 is the story of a bombardier named Yossarian, who is frantic and furious because thousands of people he hasn't even met keep trying to kill him. Catch-22 is a microcosm of the twentieth-century world as it might look to someone dangerously sane. It is a novel that lives and moves and grows with astonishing power and vitality -- a masterpiece of our time. - Back cover.
Reading guide
Why read Catch-22?
First published in 1961, Catch-22 has remained relevant for over 65 years — a mark of lasting literary value that few books achieve.
It sits at the crossroads of Classics, Fiction, and Historical Fiction, making it appealing to readers with varied tastes who enjoy stories that defy easy classification.
Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore Joseph Heller's work and build a focused reading list.
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Catch-22 is like no other novel. It has its own rationale, its own extraordinary character. It moves back and forth from hilarity to horror. It is outrageously funny and strangely affecting. It is totally original. Set in the closing months of World War II in an American bombe...
Who wrote Catch-22?
Catch-22 is by Joseph Heller.
What genre is Catch-22?
Catch-22 falls within Classics, Fiction, and Historical Fiction. Browse related categories on Bookble to find books with a similar style.
When was Catch-22 published?
Catch-22 was first published in 1961 by Joseph Heller.
Is Catch-22 available as an audiobook or ebook?
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