Guy Intro Salinger, born in New York City on January 1, 1919, is considered one of the most critically reviewed author in modern literature is what some people have said. His only novel Catcher in the Rye has received the most criticism. The book has been constantly debate ... drawn many conclusions in trying to decipher the meaning of Catcher in the Rye and the mind behind the mysterious Salinger. It has been said that Buddhism is one apparent aspect in this book and it was also apparent in Salinger's life, but does Salinger exhibit Buddhism on different levels in Catcher in the ... Holden C...

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... died of leukemia in 1946. Holden is constantly reflecting on his relationship with Allie. In some instances it is as if Holden is living in the past. When asked what he likes by his younger sister, Phoebe, he replies, "I like Allie" (171). She is quick to respond with, "Allie's ... they are nonetheless human, albeit dehumanized, and constitute a fair average of what the culture affords" (Aldridge 2). Almost everyone he meets is unrightfully labeled as "offensive, disgusting, or repulsive" (Lundquist 1), and then forgotten. Holden is frightened to grow up successfully because he doesn't w...

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• Grade Level: High School