Beruflich Dokumente
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The setting of this book is in the town of Afghanistan for Amirs childhood, and America as an adult. This setting is significant because it shows the causes of war, and the extreme difference in cultures that are in different parts of the world. As the Taliban and Russians come to the country, the whole environment is changed and Amir has no recollection of the torn up parts of his hometown. Kabul also is the place that gives the name of the book, with the cultural kite runner events.
Possible themes (minimum of three) and topic of discussion/questions you have (minimum of two)
Discrimination: In the kite runner, there is a wide economic and social view of the religious group of Shia and Sunni Muslims. The Shia people are referred to as Hazaras and are usually servants and very poor. These people are often demeaned and persecuted, and endure extreme discrimination. Sin in Redemption: In the beginning of the novel, Amir is cowardly and selfish. However, he eventually realizes his character flaws and attempts to make up for his past. In one part of the book, he grabs wads of cash and a watch and hides it under Hassans bed in order to have him fired from being his servant. Later on in the book, Amir is shown once again hiding cash under a bed, however this time it is to help a poor man named Farid and his starving family. Another sin is his terrible treatment of Hassan, allowing him to be raped, throwing pomegranates at him, and insulting him in various ways. His redemption comes when he takes in Hassans and is brutally beat by Assef in order to stay loyal to Sohrob and take him to America. Violence: In this novel, many of the scenes contain violence. One major scene that is repeated over and over is the rape of Hassan. This scene is replayed in Amirs head, and constantly beings up his depressing past. Also, Scenes such as the Taliban stoning a woman at a soccer game, and the mass genocide of hazaras, and soviet violence in Afghanistan show the political conflicts that exist in the country. Does Khaled Hosseini parallel Amirs character and personality? How much did living in Afghanistan influence Hosseinis depiction of Kabul
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