Part one of term paper
Holden Caulfield was one of a kind. Everything about him from his physical appearance, to his personality, to his actions was unique. His diversity set him apart from the rest of the crowd. Holden’s appearance was not very different. He was the typical 16-year-old boy. He explains his age by stating “I was sixteen he (Ackley) was eig ...

Part two of term paper
... he didn’t have to. “If I’m on my way to buy a magazine, even, and somebody asks me where I’m going, I’m liable to say I’m going to the opera”(16) was one example of Holden in yet another unnecessary lie. Holden was definitely not someone that you could depend on. Holden’s actions were also peculiar. He would always act like a tough guy but he really was very scared. The incident with Maurice the pimp and Sunny the Prostitute is one example. He is very nervous about having a pros ...