“The Kite Runner” illustrates the conflict of man against himself through several characters. Internal conflicts trigger several chain reactions that lead to character development and future dilemmas. Fighting an enemy can be difficult, especially if you are your own enemy; you cannot defeat yourself and solve a problem like the epic story of David versus Goliath. Internal conflicts between characters are permanent and can only be resolved through harmony and peace of mind. This proves true in Amir's life, but little does he know that while he is struggling with his evil tendencies, so are those close to him. As the story unfolds, the reader gains insight into the internal discord each character faces with their conscience. The consequence of not having a viable solution for each character creates a substantial problem for the other characters. The central issues and crucial points arise from the attached problems faced by Baba, Amir and Rahim Khan. Baba's problems remain private and he fails to resolve his problems, but he carries the burden and guilt of his secrets. Baba believed that there was only one sin and that was theft. He declared: “There is only one sin, only one. And it's theft. Every other sin is a variation of theft. Do you understand this? » (3.29-34). This insightful way of looking at sin tricks the reader into believing that Baba is a righteous man, but as the story progresses, the reader discovers the straightforwardness behind Baba's morals. Baba stole the truth from Amir and Hassan by not informing them of their parentage; this news, if it had been discovered, would have shamed Baba. His illegitimate son was never able to receive the true unconditional affection and praise he deeply desired to bestow upon him. The burden of guilt and societal problems... middle of paper ......pment in the novel "The Kite Runner". The feuds that each character faced allowed the reader to gain a deeper understanding of each character and their morals. Each character's conflict had subsequent effects on the internal conflicts of the others. This book was mainly based on the problems the characters had with themselves and how they tried to deal with their problems. Amir chose to bury it in the past only to see it resurface and haunt him. Baba tried to overcome his inherent sins and strife by doing good deeds and being a righteous man. Rahim found reconciliation by moving away from society. Each character fought moral conflicts with themselves to establish order, and in doing so, they encountered more problems that allowed the reader to gain perspective on their character. Works Cited Hosseini, Khaled. The kite runner. New York: Riverhead, 2003. Print.