A Reading on Guilt and Redemption in Khaled Hosseni’s novel The Kite Runner.

Abstract

This dissertation looks at the representations of guilt and salvation in Khaled Hosseini's book The Kite Runner. Amir, the book's protagonist, is plagued with regret at betraying Hassan, his childhood friend and half-brother. The paper will explore on seeking forgiveness. This dissertation will also try to represent how the characters of the novel are affected by the violence and instability in their country. This paper will vividly portray the protagonist’s atonement for the past trauma. This paper will highlight the confrontation of one’s past mistakes, seeking forgiveness and taking redemption can lead to inner healing and transformation in life. In this paper, I will further try to show the self-realisation of Amir which cost him his happiness. Keywords: Guilt, Redemption, Betrayal, Violence, Trauma, Healing.