The Surprising Connection Between ‘Field Of Dreams’ and ‘Catcher In The Rye’

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Many fans of Baseball hold a special place in their heart for the iconic and mystical ‘Field Of Dreams.’

Many fans of literature also hold a special place in their heart for the iconic and controversial ‘Catcher in the Rye.’

Few realize there are several inspired connections between ‘Field of Dreams’ and ‘Catcher In The Rye.’

Today we’ll follow the thread that connects these two masterpieces.

Let’s unpack what Ray Kinsella’s baseball field in Iowa has to do with Holden Caufield’s coming of age in New York City.

“The Kidnapping of J.D. Salinger.”

First of all, let’s start with the name.

W.P. Kinsella published the novel ‘Shoeless Joe’ in 1982. He wrote it while he attended the famous University of Iowa Writer’s Workshop.

‘Field of Dreams’ was released in 1989. It’s worth noting that after filming, the field and farm from the movie were maintained. Field of Dreams remained open to the public as a pilgrimage-site for any…