Many files were destroyed including that of the said Holden Caulfield. The following is a reconstruction of the mental/medical history of the said Holden Caulfield. ... Caulfield is ironically judgmental. ... In reality, Holden is the phony. ... On the train, where he meets a schoolmate's mother, he lies for no other reason than to escape the reality that is Holden Caulfield. ...
Holden Caulfield and Othello both experience similar situations where they suffer immensely because of the fear that false illusions and images had created. Through two significant situations, Holden Caulfield and Othello experience similar scenarios where illusions are caused and suffering ensues. ... It is evident that both Othello and Holden Caulfield suffer heavily by their illusions from situations that really meant to harm. ... Holden Caulfield and Othello both suffer greatly from the words of two unlawful characters. ... Through similar situations, Holden Caulfield and Othello both ...
The Psychoanalysis of Holden Caulfield My name is John Johnson and I am Holden Caulfield's psychoanalyst. ... However, Holden Caulfield has been different then any other patient I have ever had. ... I think that the Id dominates the ego with Holden. ... My recommendations for treating Holden are as follows: Holden should remain in resting home care for a little while to help him get back on his feet. ... I think as far as school goes Holden is done with it. ...
J.D Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye has had ongoing success which is largely credited to Holden Caulfield's complex character. ... Salinger uses Holden's distinct character voice as a key technique through which he conveys the complexity of Holden's character. ... This portrays Holden as flawed, and conveys the idea that Holden is a weak unreliable narrator. ... Holden's character voice conveys the complexity of Holden's character. ... In conclusion the complexity of Holden Caulfield is a key element to the ongoing success of J.D. ...
