BOOK REVIEW

Book name: The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini is an extraordinary work of art representing a very
intricate composition of individual disputes and the broad framework of Afghanistan’s past
historical turbulence. The book is a sort of case study of history in which the events unfold in
a political turmoil and culture uproar. Their main theme is about friendship, betrayal and
saving. The writer of the book, Hosseini, draws a sharp picture of the country through the life
journey of its main characters, Amir and Hassan. In the novel, he exactly unveils the division
that is between class, race, and religion in the society while very keenly digging into the
intricacies of human relations and underlying potency of forgiveness. At the core of the story
lies the friendship between distinguishable Amir and Hassan - two boys from different social
classes - who are going through a major upsetting test by jealousy, betrayal, and social
standards. Nevertheless, a newfound tie develops among them as they have a lot in
common including the past and their shared love for kite running. On the other side, while
Amir stands before interior turmoil where he struggles to satisfy his father, Baba's
expectations and longs for approval and affirmation, he chooses to do an act that will
simultaneously ruin and change their lives forever. After that, the consequences of him
overthrowing his ideal circle of friendship which torment him on the way of self discovery and
a chance of self redemption opens up. Hosseini crafts his characters brilliantly and genuinely
humanistic, each one fighting the inner dilemmas and insecurities. We see the society of
Afghanistan through Amir’s eyes: the handsome faces from the high-emit state of Kabul to
the stinking neighbourhoods where the Hazaras live. Further, like Hassan, a character in this
novel who is the opposite of being disgraceful and impeccable in his faithfulness serves as a
mirror that exposes the contradictory moralities of other characters, causing readers to take
a good look at their own morals.

Love itself, strong and indestructible, is at the central theme of The Kite Runner. Indeed, this
theme is the underlying power behind the impact caused by this story. The quick shifts in
belongings and finances were both difficult and hazardous. Hosseini' fusion of style and
prose is as evolving as his character's feelings, reaching the depth of their hearts and
staying long afterward in memory. Although Amir's long route into love could be complicated,
he is still a great example demonstrating that love is able to transform and restore as well as
forgive. The Kite Runner serves as an enduringly relevant and cross-cultural story with a
deep core of emotion that touches the heartstrings of readers from distant corners of the
globe. By portraying the characters so vividly and capturing the true essence of the writing,
the book grants an almost mystical journey of self-exploration and self-awareness to the
reader, forcing him to analyse his own value system and take a close look at the inner
workings of the human person. What makes The Kite Runner so special is its ability to
encapsulate the world through human experience, bringing to light both the wonder and the
hatred towards life with a goal touching authenticity. In this novel, from the bustling streets of
Kabul to the grim refugee camps of Pakistan, the author takes his readers into a wonderfully
rendered environment which is not less intoxicating than it is shattering. By putting its
characters in focus, we see the strength of human spirit at the face of the challenges and
also observe the sad consequences of greedy people’s utter disregard of the supreme
values of humanity such as compassion and moral responsibility.
The main theme underlying The Kite Runner relates to the bedrock of love and forgiveness.
While the journey of self-examination and reconciliation with his own past transgressions is a
hard and painful experience for Amir, he also learns many meaningful things about the
essence of friendship and self-sacrifice. By his adventure, the audience is attuned not only to
the redemptive quality of love and the change effect which the forgiving can trigger but is
also inspired by hope to overcome the worst situations. Apart from that, The Kite Runner is a
moving illustration of the fact that empathy and understanding are one of the main things
that can push the world apart. Through exposing readers to the lived experiences of the
characters and giving them an opportunity to see the world through their perspective, the
novel fosters greater understanding and sympathy that crosses cultural, religious and
political categories. Through that, it gives us a little beam of light for the world where
compassion and empathy would win. Fundamentally, The Kite Runner is more than a novel.
It is also a testimonial of the limitless human spirit strength and capacity to change and to be
reinvented even in the most trying situations. Through its extended allures and core truths,
The Kite Runner still impresses and moves readers of any age, reminding us about the
power of love, forgiveness, and compassion on the human heart and the everlasting world.

POEM

Now that night has descended,

the heart ventures out into the quiet of the night.
Though not physically present,
you remain engraved in a ray of our love.

An image I carry with me now,

It's like a memory of stars..
which are shining up in the sky,
weaving us bonds, as I am saying my farewells.

These tears may rain as hard as the raindrops

break into streams, but they would eventually vanish.
The essential love is found in our hearts
Which only the soft touch can feel.

And through the seasons,

to the rhythm of their dance,
we feel you softly.
A whisper in the wind, a power of holding,
Though you have traversed everything,
thus banishing the wretchedness of evil.

The spirit you have is with you,

a joyful guide.
At the time of remembrance,
blossoming flowers in the garden,
For each petal, a token of divine love in your heart.

Despite betrayed by the course of life’s cruelties,

Your identity grows stronger and remains eternal.
As the light brightens,
And so the time we spent together will become our treasure.

Whereas love is greater than the worldly plane,

However, you've parted with the astrals,
but without life's hardships.
In our hearts, your memories will forever shelter my life.