literary elements symbolism and point of view

Symbolism- there are many symbols throughout the book The Catcher in the Rye, one of the many symbols is his hunting hat. Another main symbol would be the ducks in central park. I believe Salinger placed emphasis on the ducks because holden relates to them. Like the ducks he feels like he doesn't have any where to go. I believe the red hunting hat is a main symbol because it represents Holden's individuality. It makes him different.
Some other symbols are the museum, and the broken record. I believe these symbols were included because the museum represents holden's longing for stability and nostalgia for his childhood, and the broken record symbolizes himself because like the record after he goes home he is in pieces and could be considered distraught

Point of view- The point of view in the book, The Catcher in the Rye, is first person. It is written from the perspective of Holden Caulfield, the narrator. The author, Salinger, wrote it using terms and mimicing language used by a teenager. In the book all we know is what Holden tells us. Therefore the point of view is very limited.





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