Amir observes that because Amir and Soraya are talking, people will talk. But they will talk more about Soraya than they will about Amir, because he is male. "the afghan double standard favors my gender."
Nausea, Amir kept getting sick on the truck when fleeing Afghanistan
Amir says this to Baba in "The Kite Runner" because he believes that Baba is being hypocritical. Baba expects his son to be honest and upstanding, yet he himself hides a dark secret from his past. By referencing the word "sataran," which means noble in Farsi, Amir is calling out Baba's moral double standard.
he was going to be a published novalist.
Amir meets with Rahim Khan in Rahim Khan's apartment in Peshawar, Pakistan. Rahim Khan is living there in seclusion, as he is gravely ill.
In Chapter 13 of "The Kite Runner," Soraya and Amir face disappointment when they are unable to conceive a child together despite their efforts. This inability to have a child creates a sense of sorrow and inadequacy for both characters.
In chapter five of "The Kite Runner," Assef threatens to harm Amir unless he hands over the kite he won in the tournament. Hassan steps in to protect Amir and faces a violent attack by Assef. This encounter leads to a significant event that impacts the rest of the story.
In Chapter 7 of "The Kite Runner," one important quote is: "For you, a thousand times over." This quote, said by Hassan to Amir, highlights their strong bond and Hassan's unwavering loyalty. Another significant quote from this chapter is: "There's a way to be good again," which symbolizes Amir's desire to seek redemption for his past actions.
In Chapter 7 of "The Kite Runner," Amir is feeling guilty and ashamed for not standing up to protect Hassan from the bullies. He also feels a sense of betrayal for not intervening when Hassan needed him the most. Amir is struggling with his conflicting emotions and haunted by his inaction.
Guilt and redemption are main themes in chapter 20-21 of The Kite Runner. Amir grapples with his guilt over betraying Hassan, while seeking redemption by helping Sohrab, Hassan's son. Amir's actions reflect his desire to atone for his past mistakes and make amends for his betrayal.
"This is because Baba never really acknowledged Amir as a man in his house. Baba had a way of distancing himself from Amir that made Amir feel like a "ghost". Since childhood Amir would try to gain his father's attention and respect but always felt invisible." From Gradesaver.com
He feels ashamed but yet at the same time he feels bad because they are supposed to be friends but he didn't help them in the alley
Amir Badri goes by Amir.