Nine Stories (Salinger)

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Nine Stories
Summary of the book

A Perfect Day for Bananafish

A Perfect Day for Bananafish

A mentally unstable war veteran vacationed in Florida with his wife, who dismissed his struggles. He befriended a young girl and shared a tragic story before ultimately taking his own life.

Uncle Wiggily in Connecticut

Uncle Wiggily in Connecticut


Just Before the War with the Eskimos

Just Before the War with the Eskimos

Two high school classmates played tennis together, but one grew frustrated with always paying for their cab rides home. After confronting her friend and meeting her eccentric brother, she gained empathy and understanding.

The Laughing Man

The Laughing Man


Down at the Dinghy

Down at the Dinghy


For Esmé—with Love and Squalor

For Esmé—with Love and Squalor


Pretty Mouth and Green My Eyes

Pretty Mouth and Green My Eyes


De Daumier‑Smith's Blue Period

De Daumier‑Smith's Blue Period


Teddy

Teddy