Breakfast at Tiffany's

Main Ideas

• The search for identity and self-discovery through the character of Holly Golightly, who strives to understand who she truly is and find her place in the world.
• The theme of loneliness and the desire for independence, as Holly, despite her outward sociability, remains solitary and self-reliant.
• A critique of society and its values, particularly regarding material wealth and status, through Holly's lifestyle and behavior.
• The idea that true happiness and fulfillment are not dependent on material wealth but are connected to one's inner world and relationships with others.
• An exploration of human relationships and their complexities, including friendship, love, and betrayal, as depicted in Holly's interactions with other characters.