This novel by J.D. Salinger is based on a 16-year-old boy named Holden who tells his story about his young self growing up into maturity. Many symbols are shown throughout his journey in the book. There are many symbols that the author uses to try to make the readers look through Holden eyes. For example, The Red Haunting Hat he buys in New York. Another symbol in this novel are The Ducks In The Central Park Lagoon. Last but not least The Museum Of Natural History.
The first symbol Salinger uses to catch the reader's attention about Holden’s life Is the red hunting hat that symbolizes his individualism in his world. Holden buys the red hunting hat after he loses the fencing team gear. Holden was walking in New York City and came across a
The first symbol Salinger uses to catch the reader's attention about Holden’s life Is the red hunting hat that symbolizes his individualism in his world. Holden buys the red hunting hat after he loses the fencing team gear. Holden was walking in New York City and came across a