Joseph Heller

Joseph Heller was an American author best known for his novel "Catch-22," published in 1961. The book satirizes the absurdities of war and bureaucratic dilemmas, encapsulating the paradox faced by soldiers who want to avoid combat but cannot escape due to a military rule allowing only those who are insane to be declared unfit for service. Heller’s work highlights the contradictions and frustrations of human existence, blending dark humor with serious themes. Besides “Catch-22,” he wrote several other novels, plays, and short stories, establishing himself as a prominent voice in 20th-century literature.