Red Hunting Hat Analysis

Catcher in the Rye uses excellent symbolism to convey ideas to the reader. One might compare it to Lord of the Flies, an average book that teachers force students to read once in their lives for its use of symbolism. Personally, I think Catcher in the Rye has better symbolism than Lord of the Flies. This is because the symbolic objects are easier to identify than the objects in Lord of the Flies. As a result, the reader spends more time focusing on what the object represents, rather than wondering whether the object is symbolic or not. Take the red hunting cap, for example. This can be identified as a symbol based solely on the fact that these hats are almost never worn, whether the story’s set in the 50’s, the 1700’s, or

The first time that Holden really declares to the reader his tendency of alienation is during his conversation with Mr. Spencer. Spencer

The ducks symbolize Holden’s path toward maturity. He asks about the ducks because he is wondering if he will be taken care of, as being ‘in the zoo’, or if he will be able to fly away and ‘become mature’. It’s important

Symbolism in literature is using an object to portray a different, deeper meaning in a story. Symbols represent ideas or qualities that the author has maneuvered into his or her story that has meaning. There can be multiple symbols in a story or just one. It is up to the reader to interpret the meaning of the symbols and their significance to the story. While reading a story, symbols may not become clear until the very end, once the climax is over, and the falling action is covered. In William Faulkner’s, “A Rose for Emily,” there are multiple examples of symbolism that occur throughout the story.

Symbolism is a major literary device that helps people see a book through symbols that often have a deeper meaning. A symbol is used to explain something in a different way, using images, objects, etc. instead of just saying it in words. As you search for a deeper meaning in a work of art or literature it can help you understand the author’s intentions and the deeper significance of a work. In Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, symbols help reinforce the major themes of the book.

Salinger uses the symbol of a red hunting hat to suggest and develop the themes of transitioning from childhood to adulthood, isolation and loneliness. Holden

Ergo, the symbolism that is shown throughout Holden’s story are symbols that are proven to be relevant today due to the fact that they are general situations life throws to one. Unconformity, loneliness, and uncertainty are all uniquely experienced by all therefore; reoccurring in lives and relevant to today. The symbols in The Catcher in the Rye are present symbols of the days of our

The ducks are first brought to the reader’s attention while Holden is visiting his teacher, Mr. Spencer, regarding his removal from Pencey. While conversing with Mr. Spencer, however, Holden’s mind drifts elsewhere. His mind drifts back to New York as he wonders to himself if the lagoon in Central Park is frozen over, and if so, where do the ducks go? A direct parallel can be drawn from the ducks in the lagoon to Holden’s present situation. He is mandated to leave Pencey, but has no idea where he belongs after leaving. Just like the ducks in the lagoon, “Holden is essentially homeless, frozen out” (Trowbridge par. 1). Holden’s life has not been filled with an abundance of stability and now what little he had is gone, albeit due to faults of his own, and he sees an unsure and hazy future. Holden inquires about the state of the ducks to the driver of the first cab he catches in New York, and the driver believes that he is kidding. Later on, he asks another cab driver if somebody came around “in a truck or something to take them away” or if they flew away “by themselves” (Salinger 81-82). Knowing what happens to these ducks, knowing that they are safe and secure even though the lagoon is frozen would provide Holden with a sense of comfort about his current state of affairs. What seems to be a ridiculous and meaningless question to the

Holden’s date with Sally Hayes exhibited his difficulty at cooperating with others. At first he gives us a dire impression of Sally, “I wasn’t too crazy about her, but I’d known her for years.” (p. 105) Later, he wants to marry Sally and says he is in love with her. The biggest mystery of all when it comes to women is with Jane Gallagher. Constantly mentioning Jane, Holden recalls playing checkers with her before he got sent to boarding school. When his roommate, Stradlater, has a date with Jane, Holden asks him a peculiar question, “Did you ask her if she still keeps all her kings in the back row?” (p. 42) Holden, jealous of Stradlater’s date with Jane, longs to see Jane but never has the courage to call her. Interactions with other people especially women perplex and overwhelm Holden. He therefore resorts to isolation, illustrating a characteristic of his mental state.

Often in a novel, symbols and motifs are used to give major characters an identity and a complex personality, while letting us in on their thoughts. In The Catcher in the Rye, J.D Salinger uses symbols to create Holden's intricate character and to let us understand him. This essay will talk about how Salinger uses symbols in order to depict Holden's character and his thoughts.

Symbolism is a commonly used literary device that uses symbols to represent ideas with greater meanings. It is something that several authors take the opportunity to use when they can. Using symbolism helps to give a story depth as well as meaning by helping to piece parts of the plot together. In the Romanticism novel “The Scarlet Letter”, Nathaniel Hawthorne uses symbolism to show the reader different ways punishment was delivered to Hester, along with Dimmesdale, for their sins.

Charles Perrault’s, Little Red Cap places emphasis on the contrasting character traits of the protagonist Little Red Riding Hood and the antagonist the Wolf.

Symbolism is a literary technique that is used to clarify the author's intent. Sometimes it is used to great effect, while other times it only seems to muddle the meaning of a passage. In "Young Goodman Brown," Nathaniel Hawthorne uses objects and people as symbols to allegorically reveal his message to the reader.

McKenzie Kramer Mrs. Le AP Lit 12 August 2015 Summer Homework Introduction: How’d He Do That?- The recognition of patterns simplifies the reading process by allowing the reader to pick up on the author’s clues and hints that communally add on to the literary work and its purpose as a whole. In the novel Catcher in the Rye by J.D Salinger, the author incorporated a literary pattern with a series of motifs.

Little Red-cap can be described as a young, innocent girl that is going trough a period of time, where everything seems right. She seems to be well