People, places, songs, and even simple objects like a stuffed animal, pillow, or blanket can jog a person's memory and bring them back to a memory that cherish them tenderly in their hearts. Often, such elements of memory are used to bring a person back to his carefree and happy childhood years. For many Americans, New York's Central Park Carousel brings back memories of the fun of growing up in New York and wonderful memories of birthdays, family reunions and more. This historic carousel remains a timeless memory for those who enjoyed its delightful music, glittering horses and cheerful atmosphere, never failing to bring a smile to their faces. A classic Central Park landmark, the Central Park carousel has integrated itself into the hearts of Americans. In his classic American novel, The Catcher in the Rye, JD Salinger writes down these memories through the relationship between Holden and Phoebe, and uses the carousel as the main symbol of the novel, enhancing the overall theme. From the sweet smell of popcorn and the sweet melody of the historic band organ, the carousel remains a classic of Central Park, New York. However, the historical features of the carousel are not the only aspects that make the carousel so timeless, but also those who work on it. Salvatore Napolitano, 54 years old, is a clerk and street vendor at the carousel, and has worked there since 1970, when he was only fifteen years old, giving up admission to three law schools, just to be able to continue working on the carousel and see the happiness it brings. to those who can take part in his majestic ride (Martin 1). In an interview, he stated that one of the most heartbreaking things he had ever seen in his life... middle of paper......tral Park Carousel much more significant, incorporating the literal symbolism of a carousel, as well as using it to fit the situation of the novel's main character, Holden. By connecting the universal concept of the harsh transition from childhood to adulthood, Salinger touches each and every reader by allowing them to see carousels in a completely different light. Similar to what Salinger deduced in his novel, a carousel represents the path of one's life, which goes in a circle, from life to death with all the obstacles, joys and obstacles in between... but in the end, it's worth it sorry. .Works Cited Salinger, JD The Catcher in the Rye. Boston: Little, Brown, 2001. Print.