JD Salinger and His Influence

The speaker expresses a strong desire to interview JD Salinger, focusing on why he remained silent for so long. The speaker shares how 'Catcher in the Rye' significantly influenced their development as a writer. They express a preference for interviewing authors like Salinger over world leaders, highlighting the personal impact of literary figures.

What is the main question the speaker would like to ask JD Salinger?

• Why did you write 'Catcher in the Rye'?

• What are your thoughts on modern literature?

• Why have you remained silent for so long?

• Who is your favorite author?

How did 'Catcher in the Rye' influence the speaker?

• It made them interested in politics.

• It encouraged them to travel the world.

• It was a major influence in their development as a writer.

• It inspired them to become a musician.

Which book by JD Salinger does the speaker express admiration for?

• Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters

• Franny and Zooey

• Nine Stories

• Catcher in the Rye

What type of people does the speaker prefer to interview?

• Influential figures like JD Salinger

• Popular musicians

• Famous athletes

• World leaders

What does the speaker not express a longing to do?

• Interview world leaders

• Travel to New York

• Write a novel

• Meet famous musicians