Catcher in the rys vs. breaking away
Date Submitted: 08/11/2003 14:16:24
Catcher in the Rye vs. Breaking Away
Comparative Essay
Both "Catcher in the Rye" a controversial novel by J.D. Salinger and "Breaking Away" a film viewed in class show two characters Holden and Dave, who often use lies to compensate for what they feel is lacking in their own identity. Lies are also present within relationships with their family and their peers as well as used to disguise low self-esteem. Both Holden and Dave's
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the course that both of these young boys had taken. Lies are not an excuse but rather an escape that will eventually catch up to the individuals. In the end, the aftermath is harder to accept and the rebuilding of trust, stability and an honest life is harder to do. Therefore, both Holden and Dave are left to confront the conflict within them caused by their lies and must begin the process of growing up.
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