Though Holden’s experiences are based on Salinger’s, they also resonate with millions across the world. The novel has become symbolic of disillusioned youth and the despair often entailed by attempts to find and hold on to something worthy and good. Holden’s entry into adulthood is not all that pleasant. Poised on the cusp of early adulthood, most of his relationships end on a disappointing note. Expectedly, the novel’s central themes are the loss of innocence and the pursuit of goodness, which are universally relatable.  (Bartelby Literature Guide)

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