The Catcher in the Rye
“Holden’s problem is not ‘phonies’ but his inability to accept reality.” Do you agree?
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Aslan
Holden has psychological issues that are compounded by his sense of isolation and disenfranchisement from society. His inability to accept reality is more a symptom of his depression rather than a conscious choice.