The Catcher in the Rye: Holden's Fall From Innocence Jerome David Salinger, born in New York City on January 1, 1919, may not have written many novels in which he is recognized for. Although, he did write one novel, which brought him fame. In many of Salinger's short stories and especially his most well-known novel he writes about how the main character falls from his or her own innocence then rises to face their challenges. In J.D. Salinger's , The Catcher in the Rye, Holden Caulfield goes through a fall from his innocence throughout his journey to his safe haven, home. The book, The Catcher in the Rye, tells of Holden Caulfield's insight about l