Phoniness in The Catcher in the Rye . This paper examines phoniness in "The Catcher in the Rye". Phoniness is the leading theme that Holden rails against. Phoniness as conformity is defined and illustrated. The irony of Holden, a phony, railing against phoniness is also considered. 3 pgs. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Pages: 3 Bibliography: 3 source(s) listed Filename: 10073 Phoniness Catcher Rye.doc Price: 26.85