Salinger, when Holden Caulfield tells his story from inside the mental hospital, there is a good chance treatment he is receiving is affecting the way the theme and tone of his story turn out. ... Because of the extreme treatments used to "cure" mental illness in the 1950s, Holden Caulfield could have been distorted when retelling his story, causing the tone of the book to be sarcastic and pessimistic. ... When visiting one of his teachers, Old Spencer, before leaving Pencey, Caulfield is very cynical towards him. ... Holden is not sad, but he is not happy either. Caulfield's tone in ...

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Holden Caulfield is at the complex age of sixteen, and refuses to follow his inevitable course of maturity being one of the underlying conflicts expressed in the novel. ... The historical and social contexts must be examined closely in order better understand the novel and actions of Holden Caulfield. ... The Age of Holden Caulfield in the novel is relevant in that we are able to better understand his perceptions of his surroundings. ... The different settings that Salinger chooses to place Holden are essential to analyze in order to fully grasp the complexity and unique character of Holden Ca...

• Word Count: 1661
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

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. ...

• Word Count: 1784
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School