Catch-22

Joseph Heller

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computerdorkNov 29, 2024

Catch 22 is one of the funniest (while still having depth) books ever!

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xkcd-sucksOct 10, 2024

Catch-22, Joseph Heller

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sienOct 8, 2024

It still worked for me. It didn't quite have the same impact and the it sags a bit in the middle but it's still a great book that well, shaped the way I see the world.

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azangruMar 19, 2022

Catch 22 has reaffirmed in me Yossarian's mindset

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austincheneyDec 6, 2020

Catch 22 by Joseph Heller

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5lettersJun 9, 2020

I second this one.

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jackschultzJun 9, 2020

Catch-22

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vzidexJun 9, 2020

Catch-22.

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