Imagery

In the novel The Catcher in the Rye J.D. Salinger, the literary device of imagery is prevalent. From the beginning of the novel to the end, imagery was used. The first place that I saw imagery used was when Holden was standing on top of  the hill. "Anyway, it was December and all and at was cold as witch's teat, especially on top of that stupid hill. I only had on my reversible and no gloves or anything" (Salinger, 7).  The use of imagery was used again when Holden said, "It was so quiet and lonesome out, even though it was Saturday night. I didn't see hardly anyone on the street. Now and then you just saw a man and a girl crossing a street with their arms around each other" (Salinger, 106). Throughout the rest of the novel, Salinger used imagery to allow the reader to really see his vision. By using vivid descriptions through the use of imagery, the reader can really visualize the scene. With the use of imagery, the reader is able to see the world through the eyes of  Holden.