1. Catcher in the rye important
His comments of innocence help establish this connection. Someone who is trying to learn the stages of developing into a mature adult would not develop as soon, or as fully when spending their time solely with those who are five to seven years of age. ... Harrison Smith has defined Holden's friendships quite clearly "What was wrong with Holden was his moral revulsion against anything that was ugly, evil, cruel, or what he called "phony' and his acute responsiveness to beauty and innocence, especially the innocence of the very young." ...
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- Grade Level: High School