The Catcher in the Rye

In the beginning of the novel, The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger, Holden starts off by talking about only things he hates and many parts of the story is continues from that hatred. Holden may seem as though he believes everyone is phony, yet in other cases the story holds characters that Holden truly likes, if not cares for deeply. Though many may not see it, but Holden has a sensitive side …

…institutional life and the world in general. His recent expulsion from Pency Prep and a series of other harrowing experiences lead him to an inevitable emotional breakdown. In his time of need he had turned to those who he felt he can trust and can relate to him. Holden tend to put himself down as well as others only because he is afraid to seek the truth. Holden just needs to be true to himself.