In Khaled Hosseini’s The Kite Runner, heroism has multiple meanings and forms. Characteristics such as selflessness, bravery, and integrity appear in each hero. There are different heroes for different reasons because each hero portrays differently through the novel and face different situations. Hassan portrays a selfless, courageous hero from the beginning of the novel when he stands up to Assef. Another example is when Amir decides Hassan must go to clear his guilty conscience, Amir plants his watch and money in Hassan’s bed. When Baba asks by Hassan, “‘Did you steal that money? Did you steal Amir’s watch, Hassan?’ Hassan lied, ‘Yes.’” (105). This displays Hassan is willing to make sacrifices for Amir even if it hurts him. Amir also becomes
