A Level English Lang and Lit ELLA 1 | Page 12

Example Plan for Redemption

Summary- The theme of redemption is prominent in the novel. It is first introduced to the reader in chapter one, when the protagonist receives a phonecall from Rahim Khan, explaining there is a ‘way [for him] to be good again.’ Amir’s progression towards achieving a redemption is witnessed and it is long and tortuous.

Point 1- The theme of redemption is first introduced by Rahim Khan who explains that Amir has options for redeeming his sins.

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Point 2- Amir’s dissatisfaction at his present state is made clear and they stem from sins he committed when younger.

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Point 3- Amir forever seeks redemption but can never truly achieve it due to Hassan’s untimely death.

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Point 4- Nevertheless, through his successful rescue mission to save Sohrab; he is able to gain some relief and atonement from his sins.

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Point 5- Likewise, his wife Soraya is also treading her own path towards redemption. Amir has hidden his past out of shame and Soraya would likely have done the same but her truth had already been revealed.

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Point 6- Soraya, unlike Amir, through her marriage and the arrival of Sohrab, is freed of her past sins and has achieved redemption.

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