Catch-22: 50th Anniversary Edition

Joseph Heller was an American author best known for his satirical novel "Catch-22," which is considered a classic of modern American literature. Born in 1923, Heller served as a bombardier in World War II, an experience that heavily influenced his writing. Heller's works are characterized by dark humor, absurdity, and a sharp critique of bureaucracy and war. "Catch-22" is his most famous work, exploring the paradoxes and absurdities of war through the story of a group of American airmen during World War II. Heller's unique literary style and biting social commentary have had a lasting impact on the literary world, solidifying his place as one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.