Examples Of Adulthood In Catcher In The Rye
As teens transition toward adulthood, some have a difficult time developing into responsible adults. In J.D. Salinger’s The Catcher In The Rye, Holden is emotionally affected by the death of his younger brother Allie which causes him to grieve and not be able to develop towards being an adult. He is expelled from multiple schools because of his failing grades which greatly disappoints his parents. Holde emotionally becomes very depressed and is does not have any close friends. He isolates himself from people, yet he craves attention. This situation is destructive because Holden’s life experiences lead him to avoid the transition from adolescence to adulthood and he hopes that other children do not experience this frightening change. This avoidance and attempt at postponing the transition of adulthood is shown through the symbols of the National History Museum, Holden’s interpretation of the poem “Comin’ thro’ the Rye”, and the gold ring at the carousel.
The static exhibits at the National History Museum symbolize the stability that Holden craves and they represent Holden’s need to hang on to his childhood and resist the changes in his life. His favorite part of the museum is that the …show more content…
As much as he wants a never changing life of childhood, he realizes that his hope of avoiding growing up is impossible. Although Holden’s transition into adulthood was difficult, it is important that teens understand that even though adulthood can be difficult, it can also be positive and is essential stage of life. The transition into adulthood is a complicated and confusing period in the personal development of many people. As people transition towards adulthood, they will have many experiences that will allow them to grow emotionally, intellectually, and
The static exhibits at the National History Museum symbolize the stability that Holden craves and they represent Holden’s need to hang on to his childhood and resist the changes in his life. His favorite part of the museum is that the …show more content…
As much as he wants a never changing life of childhood, he realizes that his hope of avoiding growing up is impossible. Although Holden’s transition into adulthood was difficult, it is important that teens understand that even though adulthood can be difficult, it can also be positive and is essential stage of life. The transition into adulthood is a complicated and confusing period in the personal development of many people. As people transition towards adulthood, they will have many experiences that will allow them to grow emotionally, intellectually, and