This image of a tree represents Rahim Khan. The tree portrays Rahim Khan’s wiseness, the roots of the tree portrays how he is connected to all characters and knows a lot about their situation. Though Rahim doesn’t play a large role in the beginning of the novel, as it continues we see how much Rahim was actually there throughout the book. Rahim Khan was the bearer of many secrets, such as Hassan’s true identity, Baba’s sin, Ali’s dishonor, and the tragic event that happened to Hassan, he was aware of within a few days. We as living breathing animals depend on trees to provide us oxygen, something necessary to survive. In relation, Rahim Khan acts as a tree to other characters, just as a tree is beneficial to the environment and us as humans. All characters are willing to confide with Rahim as he is open and helpful. For example, Hassan is quick to tell Rahim about what happened with Assef. Additionally, Baba also tells Rahim about the difficult situation he had with having Hassan and Amir. The branches of the tree represent how Rahim Khan is willing to reach out to others when there is a need. Rahim is an observer throughout the novel, and he kind of gets to see every angle and different perspectives of the issues. When he sees the series of events that leads to Hassan’s death, it is important for him to help Sohrab. Since Rahim himself is physically incapable of doing the rescue, he reaches out to Amir. He as well reaches out to get Amir travel, a driver, and any information about Sohrab and his location.
I like that you used very different aspects of the tree to show how Rahim Khan truly does embody it. The tree could also represent Amir and how he has grown throughout the book. This image would represent his final state in the end of the novel, once he's branched out and become the person he should be.
ReplyDeleteI like how you used the tree to symbolize Rahim Khan's connection to other characters. I found that it was a perfect representation of him as a character. Another connection I see is the tree being Hassan, and the roots are his values and morals instilled in him, with the branches are the people who he has impacted.
ReplyDeleteI think that the tree is a strong metaphor to represent Rahim Khan. Your ideas are clearly explained and I understand why you chose to show his part in the book the way you did. The tree can also represent Rahim Khan as the one who is sturdy and consistently brings life back to the same place. Although all of the other characters leave, Rahim stayed in Afghanistan and continues to help Hassan and his family.
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