The Catcher in the Rye Lecture #9 (Chapter 3 - Part 1) Detailed Book Analysis and In-Depth Discussion

In Depth Literature Analysis and Lectures for Bibliophiles and Bookworms with Frank

The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger Lecture #9 (Chapter 3 - Part 1) Detailed Book Analysis and In-Depth Discussion.

In this lecture we are beginning our analysis, discussion and exploration of Chapter 3 of J.D. Salinger’s famed and beloved masterpiece, The Catcher in the Rye. In this discussion we have the opportunity to learn about Ossenburger, a successful alumni who donated to Pencey Prep and because of his significant donation, Holden’s dorms were named after him. We examine this character and Holden’s judgment and opinion of him through Holden’s subjective perspective and words. Additionally, we discuss why Holden may have a particular fondness for the book, Out of Africa by Isak Dinesen. Lastly, we continue with the analysis of Holden Caulfield as a character and in the ways he is similar to many of us.

The Catcher in The Rye, like many others, is one of my favorite novels, and by far my favorite coming of age novel. We get the opportunity to analyze Holden Caulfield, explore his psychology, his experiences, and his unique hero’s journey which then allows us to understand ourselves even better. Throughout the lecture I will try to show similarities between what Holden is going through and what we go through in our lives through a detailed analysis of the story, recounting numerous personal anecdotes, and mentioning life experiences that we all share and can relate to. Tune in or feel free to watch the lecture series on YouTube as well.

Youtube: https://youtu.be/nlu2e6f0x9c

Thank you! I hope you enjoy! :)