Ponyboy different from the rest of his Greaser crew why are these good traits for the narrator of the story to have

Ponyboy really doesn't fit the greaser stereotype. He's smart, articulate, an avid reader, and he wants an education. He resents what he sees as Darry's hovering but later understands it. Ponyboy doesn't love their environment or even want the experiences he faces daily. He'd rather escape to the country.... he'd rather have his parents back.