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READ--J.D. Salinger's "The Laughing Man"

1. Thinking Guide

"The Laughing Man"
J.D. Salinger

Read JD Salinger's "The Laughing Man". Link HERE to open text of short story in new window.

As you read, notice:
  • the framing
  • parallels between the chief, the narrator and the laughing man
  • the theme of the story
  • the setting (both historically and physically)
  • mood
  • tone
  • point of view
You are strongly encouraged to print out the story so that you can make notations, ask questions, and highlight important passages--"The Laughing Man"