J.D. Salinger's references to The Laughing Man?

Answer 1

The laughing man is a representation of John Gedsudskis unconscious, wishful thinking persona. Otherwise known as his alter ego. As a way of dealing with the various problems that arise in his life, John Gedsudski uses the laughing man as a way of coping with his daily problems. There are man parallels that can be found between the laughing man and John Gedsudski.

Answer 2

"The Laughing Man" is a short story by J.D. Salinger, featured in his collection "Nine Stories." The story follows a group of children at a summer camp who are captivated by their counselor's tales of the Laughing Man, a mysterious figure. The story explores themes of storytelling, imagination, and the impact of fiction on reality.