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A Perfect Day for Bananafish
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"A Perfect Day for Bananafish" Quotes

A war veteran struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder during a family vacation in Florida.

Quotes

I don't think I'll ever speak to her again.

J.D. Salinger

resentment

I'm not afraid of cars or trains or planes or anything in between.

J.D. Salinger

fear

I know I have to be a good girl.

J.D. Salinger

obedience

I said, I hope you have a nice vacation.

J.D. Salinger

insincerity

I'm not afraid. I'm a big girl.

J.D. Salinger

bravery

He was so peculiar.

J.D. Salinger

judgment

I'm just worrying.

J.D. Salinger

anxiety

I just want to be alone and hold my face in my hands.

J.D. Salinger

melancholy

I'd like to do something. I don't want to just sit in this room.

J.D. Salinger

restlessness

I think I'll just go and lie down for a while.

J.D. Salinger

fatigue