#134 in Classics
Franny and Zooey
- 202
- Pages
- about 3.5 h
- Reading time
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About the book
Franny and Zooey is a book by American author J. D. Salinger which comprises his short story "Franny" and novella Zooey. The two works were published together as a book in 1961, having originally appeared in The New Yorker in 1955 and 1957 respectively. The book focuses on siblings Franny and Zooey, the two youngest members of the Glass family, which was a frequent focus of Salinger's writings.
Where the score comes from
The sources average 7.9 across 387 ratings — not yet many, so the reader vote carries 72% of the weight and the rest pulls toward the Classics average of 7.7. That is how 7.9 comes out.
| Source | Average | Ratings | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Library | 8.5 | 28 | 7% |
| Hardcover | 7.8 | 359 | 93% |
Reader voices
The most-liked reviews on Hardcover (credited to their authors).
“Wow - I don't think I've ever read a more elaborate way of saying “I love you, and I see you.” than in Zooey. Franny was a blast as well, but undoubtedly these two stories have to read together to gain their full effect. It…”
“Good, but not really my cup of tea. I'm sure others will enjoy it far more than I did. I was annoyed by the over-use of the expression, “for God's sake.””
Frequently asked
How long is Franny and Zooey?
It has 202 pages — shorter than 78% of the ranked books in Classics.
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