Review Of The Catcher Rye And Huckleberry Finn

English Combined Coursework: Comparative Essay The theme of rejection is highly predominant in both The Catcher in the Rye and Huckleberry Finn. Both plotlines constantly intertwine with the concept of dismissal from peers, family and society. Despite being set in eras nearing a century apart; these novels perfectly encapsulate conflicts within their cultures. Huckleberry Finn is set in the 1840’s – a time when slavery was still yet to be abolished in America’s southern states. Throughout the novel, Twain uses the prejudice towards those affected as a moral issue which helps to shape Huck’s persona and attitude throughout. The excerpt I am using from Huckleberry Finn is from chapter 5. In this passage, Pap – Huck’s alcoholic and abusive†¦show more content†¦Both books can be described as bildungsroman (coming of age) novels; the transformation of our main protagonists is reflected in the narrative voice. Twain sticks to dialect suitable for the geographical location of Huckleberry Finn. The deep southern drawl is portrayed by phonetic spelling; â€Å"I hain’t got no money†, and the lack of complex vocabulary offers an insight into Huck’s deprivation of learning in his early years. In the 1800’s, illiteracy was a hugely common aspect among the general population, education was still only associated with the rich. This meant a very low percentage of people could gain access – which explains Pap’s taunting attitude towards Huck’s brief stint of schooling during his time with the widow. â€Å"†¦Can read and write. You think you’re better’n your father, now, don’t you†, the criticising rant from Pap hints that because of his studying, Huck does no longer belong with them. J.D Salinger uses distinct lexis to show Holden’s class compared with people he converses with whilst in New York City. The often immature remarks and taboo lexis make him relatable to young adult audiences – especially those who feel like outsiders can connect with Holden. The use of the word ‘phoney’ repeatedly throughout the book tells us how he chooses to isolate himself from others he does not deem genuine; although we only see him show true admiration towards Allie, Phoebe and Jane Gallagher. Blasphemy is an