What Is The Disconnection In Catcher In The Rye

In many humans, there comes a point where one may feel ostracized or disconnected from the society in which one lives. In the Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger the protagonist, Holden Caulfield, represents the severe end of the spectrum with his disconnection from society throughout the novel. He often feels trapped within the “phony” and ugly confines of human relationships and increasingly lives outside the dimensions of reality as the novel progresses. Part of this disconnection is served from his inability to accept that which does not fit into the world he has constructed for himself. A world where one can stay in a childlike innocent state forever. A world that one can not realistically stay in and make meaningful human connection. However, one of the most pivotal moments in the novel comes from a moment in which he realizes that “non-phony” connection is possible.
After Holden’s breakdown reaches its climax he decides that running away is his only option to escape the ugliness that plagues the world. However, Phoebe, his last remaining anchor to reality, insists that if he runs aways she will go too. Holden, in a first sign of emotional maturity, realizes his effect on another and decides to stay. In return, Phoebe forgives him and returns to him his infamous red
He believes adults have constructed a world of lies and corruption in which they live by Even though he attempts to partake in adult activities,he sets himself back in his growth by returning to old immaturity and latch to childhood freedom.The Merry Go Round is the one significant point in where Holden is seen to be letting go of his childhood but still appreciating what it was worth. Although the ending is ambiguous, Holden seems to be applying himself in current time and is seeking some assistance from adults, signifying that he is still changing for the better and there is hope for him