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f. "They were always showing Columbus discovering America" (120). Shows Holden's disillusionment with the world and discovery.
g. "told her I was going to South America with my grandmother" (58). Illustrates his conception of exoticism; depth/scope of imagination
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Antolini's (possible) sexual advance -- ironic because it is what Holden was seeking from girls through much of the book, found unsought and unwanted with this man
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The rain in the final scene matches the mood and acts as a purifier for Holden.
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"I let it drop. It was over her head anyway" (72). One of the major themes is Holden's arrogance and perception of his own wisdom compared to everyone else's.
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The point-of-view is first person,...
Occurs many times, but especially page 112. Relates to fitting in, having a group and a place, etc.
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Holden's wanting his sister to cry and hating her foreshadows the rain and happiness that come together a few pages later. The decision to leave school early (before Wednesday) foreshadows his decision to leave New York early (before Wednesday, according to his letter to Phoebe).
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Blue crops up several times; it is the color of cold, and the color of Sally's skating outfit (129) and Phoebe's coat (213). This color occurs when Holden is most happy, suggesting that his sadness might simply be a part of his character.
1. "I can't see anything religious or pretty, for God's sake, about a bunch of actors carrying crucifixes all over the stage" (137). ironic in his rejection of martyrs. 2. "we looked at the stuff the Indians had made in ancient times" (118). This simplicity makes Holden happy 3. "They gave me Out of Africa" (18). Allusion to a more mysterious and exotic place, but escape is still desired (implied in
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