Forging New Paths

After the death of Baba, Amir is left to embark on a new journey of independence.  The road represents the journey Amir will undertake without Baba at his side to guide him through life. Just like the path, life is full of twists and turns, and nothing is straightforward. The tree’s vibrant green color represents the joys of life that may not seem evident at first, but will motivate Amir to continue on in search of more happiness. His marriage to Soraya and the lessons he learns by interacting with Sohrab are joys that come from the depths of darkness, and that give Amir hope for a better future. The shadows that cover up much of the road show that Baba’s death will darken Amir’s life in the near future, but the light that illuminates the horizon show hope for a better future and one free of guilt and anguish. When says, "I'm going to miss him," (176) it shows how the shadows and the darkness of Baba's death will leave a lasting impact on Amir, but throughout the rest of the novel, Amir uses Baba's advice to better himself and redeem himself for his past actions.