Ring+Lardner

American Author
 * Ring Lardner **

Basic Information:


 * Born March 6th, 1855
 * American author, journalist, and columnist
 * Known for his satirical writing, as he was extremely sarcastic and ironic
 * Writer in many newspapers, including the Chicago Tribune
 * Lived in New York for the latter part of his life
 * Battled a drinking problem throughout his life
 * Died of a heart attack at 48.
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Location in //The Catcher in the Rye//: Why was he included?:
 * Holden mentions Ring Lardner while talking about the interests of his brother, DB
 * Holden cites Lardner as his favorite author after DB (page 18)
 * Several similarities to Holden, including:
 * <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Sarcastic and critical
 * <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">New York
 * <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Alcohol problem