Khaled Hosseini is an Afghan-born American novelist.His “Trilogy of Afghanistan”,namely The Kite Runner,A Thousand Splendid Suns and And the Mountains Echoed are featured by trans-national,trans-regional and trans-linguistic characteristics of immigrant literature in the post-9/11 era,with a unique perspective and sensitive content,and has a far-reaching impact.“War” and “Trauma” are distinct features of the trilogy.The thesis employs the methods of literary trauma theory and close reading to explore the common theme of war trauma in“Trilogy of Afghanistan”.The thesis analyzes the influence of the author Khaled Hosseini’s distinct cross-cultural identity on the creation of the war trauma theme of the trilogy.At the same time,it also seeks to explore the symptoms of the war trauma from the levels of individual,family and society.The thesis studies the recovery of war trauma in women,children and immigrants,as well as the reflections on war trauma.The writer’s unique cross-cultural identity is mainly reflected in his immigration status,his understanding of the dire situations Afghan women have faced and his feelings about his country,Afghanistan,which has been ravaged by war.To some extent,these have affected the theme creation of war trauma.The war trauma in the trilogy is mainly manifested in the painful changes in personal life,the severe challenges to family relations,and the numerous wounds in Afghan society.The recovery of war trauma is not only difficult and long,but also requires a peaceful environment,safe and reliable relations,and persistent efforts and cooperation.It is of great theoretical and practical significance to study the war trauma in “Trilogy of Afghanistan”.The application of literary trauma theory has expanded the scope and depth of the study,and profoundly revealed the grim reality of the war trauma.It demonstrates the resilience of Afghan women and their indispensable role in rebuilding Afghan society after the war.The true existence of the Afghan people during war times uncovers the mystery of Afghanistan and deconstructs the stereotype people have long held of Afghan women and Muslim culture.As a country along the “Belt and Road” route,Afghanistan is of important strategic significance.It is essential to deepen our understanding of the Afghan people,society and culture that have been traumatized by the war.It is of pivotal significance to adopt an inclusive and cooperative mindset in dealing with today’s increasingly interdependent but beleaguered world with incessant warfare.Effective war healing responses to handle war trauma are conducive to carrying out active and effective cross-cultural communications,as well as promoting world peace and development. |