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8 pages in length. The writer discusses how Holden is attracted to women who harbor innocence and vulnerability, while at the same time is repelled by those who do not possess these characteristics. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Eloquently depicted and especially appealing to the senses, The Catcher in the Rye is far more than a book that one reads, experiences, sets down and then forgets; rather, it
is one that transcends the literary boundaries that separate reality from fantasy. The haunting interpretation of a young mans difficulties in life is filled with aesthetically entrancing visuals, as
well as formidable and unpredictable changes of such an existence. One of these issues revolves around the type of women who do - and do not - appeal to
Holdens taste, with Salingers protagonist paying particularly close attention to the aspects of innocence and vulnerability. "Salinger develops perceptive, intelligent protagonists who have difficulty in accepting the loss of
innocence" (Essay). Salinger captures the pure essence of innocence and vulnerability by presenting a most detailed and intricate account of Holdens quest for acceptance from a world that has otherwise
betrayed him. It makes perfect sense, therefore, that he should be drawn to women who possess the very elements that he believes humanity lacks in abundance. By using
only words, the author conjures up literary images of Holdens most desirable woman that are difficult to overlook in their inherent singularity and definitude. Indeed, this is a concept
appreciated by adults and adolescents alike, in that such beautiful yet sometimes subtle impressions represent the epitome of Holdens quest. "A culture whose highest priorities include self-aggrandizement, not to
mention entertainment, bears marked resemblances to, shall we say, less successful cultures. Like that of the late Roman Empire" (Murchison 25A). A
concept that easily slips by the untrained eye as it relates to Holdens attraction to certain women is the fact that Salinger incorporates both the strength and fear of adulthood
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