Amir came from a family with money, nang and namoos- honor and pride. While Hassan held a religion that most considered to be wrong- many used people like him as servants or slaves- he had many characteristics that Amir did not have. He had common sense, athleticism, and a gentle and calm demeanor. “‘Trust me!’ I heard him call up ahead… Hassan bolting along, his head down, not even looking at the sky… I wasn’t just slower than Hassan but clumsier too; I’d always envied his natural athleticism.” (pg. 53). “‘I know,’ he said, breaking our embrace. ‘Inshallah, we’ll celebrate later. Right now, I’m going to run that kite for you,’ he said.” (pg. 66). This contrast between the two boys divides them further than just the basic characteristics. It even contributes to how Baba sees them as
Amir came from a family with money, nang and namoos- honor and pride. While Hassan held a religion that most considered to be wrong- many used people like him as servants or slaves- he had many characteristics that Amir did not have. He had common sense, athleticism, and a gentle and calm demeanor. “‘Trust me!’ I heard him call up ahead… Hassan bolting along, his head down, not even looking at the sky… I wasn’t just slower than Hassan but clumsier too; I’d always envied his natural athleticism.” (pg. 53). “‘I know,’ he said, breaking our embrace. ‘Inshallah, we’ll celebrate later. Right now, I’m going to run that kite for you,’ he said.” (pg. 66). This contrast between the two boys divides them further than just the basic characteristics. It even contributes to how Baba sees them as