What is important in the catcher in the rye?

Answer 1

The resolution is rather difficult to pick up on. Holden's "problem" is that he as a teenager has experienced both the adult world and the world of child-like innocence. He sees the latter as a better place and wants no children to have to face growing up like he does. He wants to be the "catcher in the rye" and save children from losing their innocence. He's sees Phoebe on the carrousel near the end of the novel and (perhaps unknowingly) rejects being a catcher in the rye" as children need to try things and make their own mistakes.

Answer 2

Some important themes in "The Catcher in the Rye" include alienation, adolescence, authenticity, and the loss of innocence. The novel explores the protagonist Holden Caulfield's struggles with growing up, identity, and his disillusionment with the adult world. Additionally, the novel addresses issues of loneliness, depression, and the search for meaning in life.

Answer 3

When Holden finally realizes that he is only running from himself, and to go through with his initial plan would drag Phoebe down with him. He decides to just go home.