PLOT AND CHARACTERS OF THE KITE RUNNER BY KHALED HOSSEINI
Keywords:
The Kite Runner, Khaled Hosseini, redemption, betrayal, Afghanistan, ethnic divisions, guilt, forgiveness, immigrant experience.Abstract
Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner is a seminal work of modern literature, offering profound insights into themes of personal guilt, cultural identity, and the human capacity for redemption. Set against Afghanistan's socio-political upheavals, the novel traces the protagonist Amir's journey from childhood innocence to mature self-awareness. This article analyzes the narrative structure, key characters, and the novel’s thematic depth, providing a reflective discussion on its moral and psychological dimensions.References
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