Catch-22, Joseph Heller's masterful satirical novel, celebrates its 50th anniversary with this special edition. This darkly humorous tale explores the absurdity of war and military bureaucracy, having sold over 10 million copies and becoming a cornerstone of modern literature. Key features: • 50th Anniversary Edition • Over 10 million copies sold worldwide • Satirical war novel • Paperback format • Includes original unabridged text • Iconic red cover design with hanging '22' motif The Guardian describes it as a book that has been 'laughed and wept over so many times,' highlighting its unique ability to blend comedy with tragedy. The term 'Catch-22' originated from this novel and has since entered common language to describe a paradoxical situation from which there is no escape. This edition preserves the groundbreaking narrative that has influenced generations of readers and writers.