TagThe Catcher in the Rye

“The Catcher in the Rye” by J.D. Salinger is a novel narrated by Holden Caulfield, a troubled teenager who has been expelled from his prep school. The story unfolds over a few days in New York City, where Holden wanders aimlessly, encountering various people and situations that highlight his feelings of alienation and disillusionment with the adult world. Throughout the novel, Holden struggles with issues of identity, authenticity, and the phoniness he perceives in the world around him. He fantasizes about being a “catcher in the rye,” protecting children from falling off a cliff, which symbolizes his desire to preserve innocence and protect others from the harsh realities of life. The novel is a powerful exploration of adolescence, mental health, and the search for meaning in a complex and often confusing world.