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by Ayad Akhtar (Goodreads Author)

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Here is a question our group tackled. How can we describe Amir's religious beliefs?

laurannolivia he beliefs, to me, seem intended to provoke. I don't think he really believes any of that. I think that he is sprouting out the same hate that is said…morehe beliefs, to me, seem intended to provoke. I don't think he really believes any of that. I think that he is sprouting out the same hate that is said about Islam and about South Asians. He becomes this mouth piece for ignorant, racist westerners who say this same thing. I think he uses it as a tactic to fit in with white culture.(less)

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My book club has read Disgraced and most of us have seen the play. I would welcome ideas for discussion questions to spark the conversation when we meet (November 17). What would you want to discuss about the play? Thanks.