Why is it important to have symbolism and motifs throughout a book? Well it’s so the reader can identify the voice of the main character. In the novel “The Catcher in the Rye”, Salinger made use of symbols and motifs to identify Holden’s crestfallen voice. Examples of motifs in the novel are lying, loneliness, and allies baseball mitt. Examples of symbolism are Holden’s red hunting hat, museums, the carousel and many more. Interestingly you will find out how each effect is being used in the novel to reveal Holden’s voice. One of Holden’s biggest fears in life was growing out of childhood and into adulthood. His thoughts between the statues of Eskimos and the Indians in the museum made Holden think everything is perfectly set and nothing will
