62 pages • 2 hours read
Joseph HellerCatch-22
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1961A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Catch-22 by Joseph Heller is praised for its dark humor, satirical depiction of war, and innovative narrative structure. Critics commend its commentary on bureaucracy and absurdity. However, some readers find the non-linear plot and repetitiveness challenging. Overall, it is celebrated as a groundbreaking work of 20th-century literature.
Who Should Read Catch-22?
A reader who enjoys provocatively satirical narratives and dark humor would appreciate Catch-22 by Joseph Heller. Fans of Kurt Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse-Five and George Orwell’s 1984 will find the absurdity and critique of war and bureaucracy engaging. The novel appeals to those who appreciate complex characters and thought-provoking themes.
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Reading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
1140L