Hero Essays
J. D. Salinger’s The Catcher in the Rye illustrates the story of an adolescent going through a period of perception-changing times in his life. The story is told from the point of view of the main character and protagonist, Holden Caulfield, a junior in high school. Throughout the novel, Holden is going through a phase in which he realizes the “phony” nature of the people in the world. Overall, the story encompasses themes such as loss and confusion ultimately resolved with advice for finding oneself. Clearly, many young adults undergoing a paradigm shift or a maturing from adolescence can relate the book’s protagonist on a personal or even spiritual level. Because of his relatable journey, I view Holden Caulfield as a hero, not in the archetypal sense, but as a champion for those struggling to find a sense of direction in their lives. Holden’s entire character has not been fully established yet as he is still immature and has no definite plans for his future. He had been kicked out of three schools for not applying himself, and he calls people who act “fake” in real life “phonies.” However, what makes Holden Caulfield such an important character is that he is going through what many have experienced or are experiencing: the transition from childhood to manhood.
On the contrary, Holden seems to resist this transition as he was never serious about his schools. In fact, he came to the point where he thought of ending his life in chapter 14. He writes, “What I really felt like doing was committing suicide. I felt like jumping out the window.” Of course, many teenagers have had the same feeling, although I am an exception to this. In chapter 17, he explains to Sally everything he resented about school. “It’s full of phonies, and all you do is study so that you can learn enough to be smart enough to buy a goddam Cadillac some day,” he continues. Eventually, he came up with the idea of running away with Sally up north. With this, Holden shows he has never given thought to his actual future and what he plans to be. At this part of the plot, I did not really identify myself with the character of Holden Caulfield anymore.
I on the other hand do plan on attending college for medicine. Holden in chapter 17 embodied the rebellious nature of some teenagers who, much like the protagonist, choose to run away from his/her problems.The symbolism J. D. Salinger inserts into the story can provide more to the theme. There is a recurring thought that Holden has concerning the ducks inhabiting the lagoon in Central Park in New York City and where they go when the lake freezes up. Holden brings up this train of thought in various locations. The first was in his meeting with Mr. Spencer and again on two different cab rides. The symbolism behind this is that the ducks represent himself and his refusal to adapt to a changing environment. It puzzled him how the ducks would have to move and where. This is where I can relate to Holden. Growing up and moving on is difficult, but it is necessary for life. Holden Caulfield is a hero through what he has endured and who he can emulate. I myself do not relate to him as I have already been through what he has gone through, at a lesser degree, of course, but he can be seen, by some, as an example for a refusal to adapt. He is not a hero that is perfect or super strong, but he is a hero that inspires and relates himself to the common adolescent.
The divine power in the three plays undergoes noticeable changes. In Agamemnon, characters like the chorus and Clytemnestra demonstrate Zeus’ divine power through actions such as singing and praying. This illustrates that Zeus’ desire for justice is omnipresent and embraced by all characters. In other words, the divine intervention in this play greatly influences the […]
Raven’s Gate is the first book in The Power of Five series, written by Anthony Horowitz. It is about a boy called Matthew Freeman, preferred calling Matt. He had no parents and lived with his aunt. After Kelvin, a supposed friend, coaxes him to steal DVDs and electronics from a so-called unpatrolled warehouse, a horrible […]
Shakespeare’s characterization of the characters allows the exploration of ideals that are relevant to all human beings regards of context. In “Hamlet” Shakespeare uses the characterization of Hamlet to examine the human quest for answers about death, duty and the opposing forces of moral integrity and the need to avenge his father. This essay will […]
Caesar, a triumphant general and influential statesman, gained increasing popularity and power following his victorious military campaigns. This raised concerns among fellow politicians who envied his success and feared his potential to transform the Roman Republic into a dictatorship. The question remained: could they convince Brutus, a close friend to Caesar, to betray him? This […]
Sarah Waters’ Affinity is a gothic novel that explores the dynamics of power and control among women. To truly grasp how these concepts are depicted in the book, it is crucial to define them. The idea of ‘power’ and ‘control’ between females refers to the influence certain women have on each other, as well as […]
Firstly, and arguably most importantly, the Cuban missile crisis. In 1962, Fidel Castro was the leader of Cuba. Nikita Khrushchev agreed to buy the sugar from Cuba; in fact this was the same sugar America was refusing to buy. But, this was in return for a big favour; Russia could base their nuclear missiles on […]
Throughout history, Mexico has had many revolutions. One of the most important revolutions would have to be the Revolution from 1910-1920. During this revolution, Mexico went through many dictators but eventually ended with a ruler who instilled rules and regulations that are still used today to run Mexico. Laura Esquivel’s novel Like Water for Chocolate […]
Preparing for Power Attending Sophia University is a journey towards my future goal. Aspiring to become an entrepreneur, I have chosen to pursue my studies at Sophia University, an esteemed educational institution. Recognized as one of the top schools in Japan, Sophia University is highly sought after by numerous high school students. Elite schools like […]
Introduction Power and the limits of power in organisations can be understood in many different ways due to different perspective in organisation theory . This essay will be talking about two theoretical perspectives of organisation theory, modernism and critical theory and how these perspectives contribute to the different ideas about power and the limits of […]
Introduction In Administrative Law, it is essential to use discretionary powers judiciously and without bias. The judiciary often assesses the fairness and reasonableness of individuals exercising these powers. This discourse will examine how case law establishes measures to prevent the unjust exercise of discretionary powers. This text examines the manifestation of abuses and the rules […]
In response to management request, I will be speaking about communication tools used to communicate with company stakeholders. This paper is the introduction for a presentation that will be presented to a diverse group of professionals. My understanding is that a majority of our audience are mid-level managers, and directly supervise personnel or volunteers who […]
This research projects seeks to investigate the use of hydrogen energy on aircrafts and how it works. In order to attain this aim, the research has focused on various objectives, which encompass the extraction and production of hydrogen energy, the benefits and drawbacks, the characteristics and properties of hydrogen, the storage and transportation, safety and […]
Louis Philippe aimed to create a liberal country by avoiding extreme policies, such as press censorship, that had been imposed by Charles X in France. He upheld the principles of the 1789 revolution, demonstrating his liberalism. However, despite ruling with justice, it was the people of France who ultimately caused his downfall. This was due […]
Notes Ants are powerful predators: Ants may live in colonies of up to 100 thousand and like a human city they need constant supply of food. They kill large insects and carry them back to base. In one year a single colony consumes over 10 million insects. They consume more meat than lions, tigers, and […]
Power in the Voice In the short exert from Maya Angelou, language is used to express feelings, instill emotions in others, and separate classes of people. Language is a key element in the expression of oneself. We will see how Marguerite sees Mrs. Flowers and how she changes her life forever with the understanding and […]
The Crucible: Abuse of Power In a Puritan civilization, the amount of power the Church and the court had on the citizens was unfair. The Church was depended on to make laws and the court acted as a threat and intimidated civilians to obey the laws. In doing so, the life of a Puritan was […]
Nuclear Power: A Cleaner and More Efficient Energy Source Humanity heavily depends on energy for activities like lighting, heating, transportation, and food production. However, using fossil fuels to generate energy results in severe environmental issues. Therefore, it is imperative to explore alternative energy sources. Nuclear power offers hope as a solution by providing higher energy […]
Miraculous Healing Powers of MME Oil Do you know about the amazing health benefits of MME oil? It’s almost magical indeed. Okay, Just spend a few minutes with me here to know about it. Have you any idea of MME? It is a pre-historic bird and a native of the continent of Australia. It existed […]
To increase profits, a company needs to have lower operational costs than its competitors. This can be achieved through Supply Chain Management (SCM), which is applicable to all industries and focuses on improving operational efficiency by integrating activities involved in sourcing goods and services for the creation of a final product. When implementing an SCM […]
Introduction Luotang Power was established by American companies who was selected bidders to operate a 600 MW coal-fired power plant project. This company was located in Hubei Province, China. Although this company wholly foreign-owned but they need to use Chinese- manufactured equipment. There are two main issues in this case study. The first issue is […]
We always felt that these terror attacks were only in tribal ,rural areas or on borders touching the lives of only the poor peasants,villagers and soldiers on the borders. this year they the Mumbai terror attacks touched the lives of the well to do Indian who felt safe in the posh areas of the urban […]
The concept of power is intriguing. In the beginning, power is experienced through being nourished and comforted, but as adults, we comprehend its influence on our careers, lifestyle, and relationships. Interestingly enough, relinquishing power can lead to gaining even more. It is crucial to set boundaries that define our own power in order to survive. […]
