In the novel: The Catcher in the Rye, the author J.D. ... In chapter 5 we see Holden trying to reach out to us (the reader) by telling a very personal story about his brother Allie. But towards the end of the chapter Holden stops telling us things about Allie because he cannot explain or express his loss and pain. ... In chapter 7, Holden is trying to talk to Ackley if he can spend the night with him. ... Towards the end of chapter 7, Holden is overwhelmed by his sadness and loneliness. ...

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Catcher in the Rye Essay Holden's speech is often sarcastic, negative and dismissive to most people he encounters. ... Holden doesn't mention Allie until the 5th chapter. In this chapter, he is writing an observation paper for Stradlater. ...

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In many instances Holden is simultaneously contradicting himself. He is both a hypocrite and a moralist. A part of him is condemns society for its corruptness yet he plays a part in the same materialistic crookedness. For example at the end of Chapter 15 he meets two nuns and all he focuses on are h...

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