Discuss the Themes of "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D Salinger

"The Catcher in the Rye" is an example of a modern day classic. The term 'modern day classic can be defined as a novel with universal appeal which has withstood the test of time and is relevant to today's society. This novel could be classed as social realism, as the issues addressed are real and present in our world today. "The Catcher in the Rye" addresses a number of important themes present in today's society, namely isolation, growing up and the "phoniness" of adulthood.
Throughout the novel, it seems as though Holden Caulfield is excluded from and a victim of the world around him.…