The Kite Runner

by Khaled Hosseini

The Kite Runner: Mood 1 key example

Definition of Mood

The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect of a piece of writing... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect... read full definition
The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or emotional complexion—in short, the array of feelings the work evokes... read full definition
Mood
Explanation and Analysis:

After the slightly alienating mood of the introductory first chapter of The Kite Runner, the novel's mood initially feels relatively nostalgic and warm. Amir recalls his childhood in Kabul in a wistful, romantic way. Even though his relationship with Baba is imperfect and sometimes painful, the reader gets an overall sense of how cradled in safety Amir feels by his father and his community in general.