This quote was interesting because it revealed a more childish and curious side to Holden’s typical angsty character. Salinger uses the ducks in the pack as a metaphor to represent change, something Holden fears, due to them migrating during different seasons. Holden question of where will the ducks go, is actually a question for his future after running away from Pencey. This resonates with since I share the same question of “What will happen to me in the future” due to college being just around the corner. Similarly, I also am apprehensive about how this change will affect me.
his quote is ironic because Holden’s extreme animosity toward “phonies” is prevalent throughout the book, yet he keeps coming back to Wicker Bar, which is filled
his quote is ironic because Holden’s extreme animosity toward “phonies” is prevalent throughout the book, yet he keeps coming back to Wicker Bar, which is filled