Build+Your+Own+Kite



Kite-running is an integral part of this book. Hassan and Amir and brought together, and are seen as equals when kite-running. They have equal skill level when working together over kite running, an idea that is not common in their relationship. While Amir does slightly dominate the kite-running process, he is unable to win the large tournament without Hassan, which he realizes and respects. Kites are a symbolic element in the story as well. They represent the loyalty Hassan had for Amir, as he allows himself to be beaten and raped by Assef to give the losing kite to Amir. In the end, it symbolizes loyalty to Hassan, as Amir runs the kite for Hassans' son, Sohrab. The tournament represents the levels Amir would go to to gain his father's approval. The kites ultimately bring people together.



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