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The Catcher in the Rye

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The Catcher in the Rye

In The Catcher in the Rye, Holden's red hunting hat symbolizes his internal struggles, individuality, and desire for protection. The hat's red color connects to his deceased brother Allie,...

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The Catcher in the Rye

Holden wears his hat backwards because it makes him feel comfortable to wear it that way. His hat acts as a mode of protection from the adult world. But he realizes that the big red hunting hat would...

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The Catcher in the Rye

Holden is wearing a hunting hat that does not keep him dry, but only keeps him warm. The rain seeps through his clothes and there is nothing the hat can do to keep him dry. Holden has an opinion...

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The Catcher in the Rye

Holden Caulfield bought a red hunting hat with long peaks during the fencing team's trip to New York City in The Catcher in the Rye. He purchased the hat for one dollar, and he wore it backward,...

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The Catcher in the Rye

In The Catcher in the Rye, Holden associates innocence with the Museum of Natural History, which remains unchanged and predictable, symbolizing his desire to preserve childhood innocence. His red...

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