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The Theme Of Torn Between Two Sides In 'The Kite Runner'

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Torn Between Two Sides The idea of “good versus evil” can be found in virtually any novel. In The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini, Amir is torn between acting like two polar opposites: Hassan (representing good) and Assef (representing evil). Although many characters make an impact on Amir’s life, these two characters shape the way that Amir thinks and acts. At times, Amir acts like Assef by seeing Hassan as simply his servant and a Hazara, instead of being his friend. He also acts like Hassan by risking his life to save Sohrab. As a child, Amir lives in a country that degrades Hazaras and praises Pashtuns. He is exposed to this act of diminishment through books, teachings at school, and the neighborhood bully, Assef. Assef bullies Amir
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