## Book Cover  ## Book Summary Catch-22 is a satirical novel by the American author Joseph Heller, first published in 1961. The novel is set during World War II and follows the character of Captain John Yossarian, a US Army Air Force bombardier who is trying to survive the war. The novel is known for its dark humor and its exploration of the absurdity of war and bureaucracy. The term "Catch-22" has entered the English language as a way to describe a situation in which there is no way out because of contradictory rules or requirements. ## Related Links ## Reading Notes -