The Catcher in the Rye

Holden's desire to be the Catcher in the Rye. In what ways is this ironic for him? Chapter 22 .

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Holden wants to preserve innocence and childhood. Like the Robert Burns poem, Holden wants kids to feel like kids for as long as they can. Unfortunately, Holden himself feels so broken and disengaged from reality that he can't even help himself.