In a message dated 98-04-14 12:53:03 EDT, you write: << Yes, by way of that "other sonny" I have my hands on _A REligious REsponse to the Existential Dilemma in the fiction of JDS_ by Elizabeth N. Kurian (isbn 81-7076-035: 3). Kurian's approach though is to show a synthesis or "eclectic religious perspective" of "_Zen_ wisdom, _Christian_ piety, _Hindu_ philosophy and _Jewish_ farternalism" which she explains and molds into her concept of Salinger' s religious vision and which she also contextualizes in both the texts and their time.... >> where did you get a copy of the Kurian book? My local Borders claimed to have one on order for me for nearly two years ( they were the only one who could even find one for me) My presence in the special orders section became quite fear inducing among the workers. Finally I decided they were just playing a sick joke on me. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks Robert