In the novel, the catcher in the rye field represents Holden's desire to protect the innocence and purity of children from the evils of the adult world.
Slang and Colloquialisms
The language is full of 1950s teen slang and colloquialisms, adding to the authenticity and immersion in the story.
Mixed Register
He feels lonely, misunderstood, and disconnected from society, and he is constantly on the lookout for something meaningful in life.
Holden's mood is characterized by cynicism, melancholy, and a strong sense of alienation.
The Catcher in the Rye的出版对后来的青春文学产生了深远影响,它开创了青少年成长小说的新篇章,为后来的作家提供了新的创作灵感和方向。
对文学的反叛精神的影响
这部小说所体现的反叛精神影响了许多后来的文学作品,激发了作家们对社会和文化的批判,推动了文学的发展。
The influence on later literature
Dreamlike Quality
Salinger adeptly explores Holden's mental state, including his loneliness, alienation, and confusion about the adult world.