Hassan's scar in the kite runner is a key symbol of status and love in the book. “ Sanaubar had taken one glance at the baby in Ali’s arms, seen the cleft lip, and barked a bitter laughter.” this quote is an example of Hasans lip being a symbol or his social status, and having people disrespect him and look down on him. Sanaubar laughing also symbolizes the persecution the Hassan gets for his hazara looks.’’ Hassan didn’t do anything to earn Baba's affection; heed just been born with that stupid hare lip.” Hasan getting his lip fixed by Baba symbolizes his fatherly love for hassan. The scar left over from the surgery could represent Hassan never being able to escape his poverty and status even in adulthood, so no matter how hard he tries to
