Monday, April 24, 2017
Baba's personality
This tree represents Baba's personality in several ways. The sturdy trunk represents how stubborn Baba is and his unwillingness to give in no matter the challenge. For example, When Baba was riding in the truck towards the border, he refused to let the Russian soldier touch the young woman, even in the face of death. Another aspect of how the treee represents Baba is the roots of the tree because Baba has very strong, cultural and national feelings towards Afghanistan. Even while in America he continues to follow the cultural tradition such as when Amir asked to marry Soraya. Finally, the fence represents the mental wall that Baba places when it comes to other cultures and new things. For example, In America Baba refuses to change his ways and learn with the new culture. This is shown when Baba is at the gas station and he refuses to pay.
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I think that the roots are a great connection.I think that the tree could also represent the looming shadow hanging over Amir which follows him for the majority of the book.
ReplyDeleteI like how you represented Baba through the tree and fence! Baba is shown as a strong character who is independent. The tree is like Baba, who is sturdy and won't go down without a fight.
ReplyDeleteCant see the photo, but I do see how this works as a strong metaphor for Baba and the way he's seen as a very stubborn, and sturdy much like a tree.
ReplyDeleteThe metaphor about the roots was very interesting and insightful. Another connection could be that the shade and branches of the tree represent Baba's influence over others, especially Amir.
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