J.D Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye has had ongoing success which is largely credited to Holden Caulfield's complex character. ... The hat adds to the complexity of Holden's character. ... Salinger uses Holden's distinct character voice as a key technique through which he conveys the complexity of Holden's character. ... As seen above, it is evident that Salinger successfully uses literary techniques to help create the complexity of Holden's character, which is a key element in the ongoing success of the Catcher in the Rye. ... Holden's character voice conv...

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Catcher in the Rye Essay Holden's speech is often sarcastic, negative and dismissive to most people he encounters. ... The way he speaks gives us a clear insight into his character as we see both anger and contempt, but also his extreme vulnerability and sense of sadness and aloneness. ... His negativity is the first thing you notice about this character when you first start reading this book. ...

• Word Count: 1205
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• Grade Level: High School