In the novel, Catch-22, by Joseph Heller, the main character, John Yossarian, is an example of a person with intelligent ideas, but actions that reflect those of an insane person. ... In the novel, many characters see Yossarian as an insane person. ... This tactic goes over quite well until he discovers Catch-22. ... Yossarian is a very ironic character because he drops bombs on people but he does not like war. ...

• Word Count: 2803
• Approx Pages: 11
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School