Summary of Chapters 1-5
Flashback begins: Amir remembers an incident in 1975 that changed his life.
Amir and Hassan’s childhood introduced — close bond despite class divide.
Hassan’s first word: “Amir.”
Hassan defends Amir from Assef.
Kite running established as key motif.
AO3 for Chapters 1-5
Ethnic divide between Pashtuns (Amir) and Hazaras (Hassan) mirrors real Afghan social hierarchy.
Hazaras have faced systemic discrimination for centuries.