... to analyze in order to fully grasp the complexity and unique character of Holden Caulfield. At the beginning of the novel Holden is at Pencey Prep boarding school he is soon to leave as a result of his failing consistently and a lack of application to his studies. We are also ... of hatred and disgust Holden feels towards his peers , teachers and the school in general. In considering Holden's perceptions of his surroundings we can begin to understand his negative attitude towards the people he interacts with. Holden feels Pencey Prep is full of "phony's", "fake", "boring" and "trivial"....

• Word Count: 1661
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: Undergraduate