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The Metamorphosis of Holden in The Catcher in the Rye Without love and guidance, young people often find themselves lost; unsure of what direction their lives are headed. Such is the case with Holden Caulfield, a character from the novel The Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger. Holden is a sixteen-year old boy who has lost his way. Hold has suffered a great loss, the death of his Brother, Allie. Holden is trying to reconcile his emotions since Allies death. While dealing with their own grief, Holdens parents have neglected his needs and have therefore not addressed this with him. Holden goes searching for answers and companionship since his parents are emotionally unavailable. This story takes up†¦show more content†¦He invites her for a cocktail, Cmon join me, why dont ya? Mrs. Morrow suggests that, the club cars most likely closed,(pg.57) but thanked him for the offer. The first thing that Holden tries to do when he gets off of the train, is to try to find someone to call. At this point its very clear that Holden is depressed and lonely. I couldnt think of anyone to call,(pg.59) says Holden. So he hails a cab and strikes up a conversation with the driver, You know those ducks in that lagoon right near Central Park South? That Little Lake? By any chance do you know where they go, the ducks, when it gets all frozen over?(pg.60) The driver brushes him off. Holden invites him for a cocktail as well. Cant do it, Mac, Sorry.(pg.61) The driver responds. Holden persists in questioning people about the ducks. The duck are reflective of Holdens fear of the unknown. Of what happens after we stop being. He needs to be reassured that things are going to be okay. Holden goes on bad dates, meets up with a prostitute, and frequents nightclubs all in his search for love and companionship. Eventually he sneaks into his house to pay a visit to his sister. They talk for a while and Phoebe figures out that Holden has been thrown out of school again. You did get kicked out! You did! old Phoebe said.(pg.169) You dont like anything thats happened,(pg.169) says Phoebe. Yes I do, sure I do. Dont say that. Why the hell doShow MoreRelated Catcher in the Rye Essay: Holden’s Metamorphosis1954 Words   |  8 PagesHoldens Metamorphosis in The Catcher in the Rye      Ã‚  Ã‚   J. D. Salingers The Catcher in the Rye is the chronicle of a young mans metamorphosis from immaturity to unsure manhood. Holden Caulfield, the protagonist, is a sixteen-year old boy who leaves the prep school he has been expelled from to escape the frightening reality of dealing with his parents. However, during his visit to New York City he is faced with the harsh reality that he cannot continue to hold onto his childhood. 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