The Kite Runner begins in Afghanistan where the reader learns about the childhood experiences of the main character Amir. These memories shape him to become the adult he is today. The experiences he remembers range from when he was a baby in the early 60's to the time he was a teenager. The setting is very important in this novel as the plot revolves around the culture, principles, and social classes of the Afghan people. The Soviet invasion also occurs within this time frame and Amir and his father are forced to immigrate to the United States. The memories of the main character shift to those of a teenager becoming a man. The pair must start a new life in San Francisco with almost nothing at all, after having everything they could possibly need and more in Afghanistan. Amir is young which allows him to transition into a new society while his father struggles to adapt as he lived in the Middle East for over 40 years.
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