YOU CAN WIN : SHIV KHERA
The book You Can Win by Shiv Khera is a very inspiring and motivational book. It teaches us how to build a positive attitude and develop the confidence to achieve success in life. The author believes that winners are not born different they just think and act differently.
In the book, Shiv Khera uses simple stories, examples, and real-life experiences to explain how our thoughts and habits shape our future. He tells us that having good character, honesty, and hard work are more important than luck. The book also gives practical tips and small exercises to help us improve our attitude and achieve our goals.
One of the main messages of the book is that success begins with self-belief. The author says that if we have faith in ourselves, we can overcome any obstacle. He encourages readers to think positively and take responsibility for their actions instead of blaming others or circumstances.
Another important idea in the book is the value of discipline and determination. Shiv Khera explains that consistency and hard work are key to success. He gives examples of people who achieved great things because they never gave up, even when life became difficult. This motivates readers to stay strong and keep trying.
The book also focuses on moral values and ethics. The author believes that success without honesty and kindness is meaningless. He reminds us that true winners are those who achieve their goals without hurting others and who live with respect and integrity.
The language of the book is easy to understand, and the stories are very interesting. It motivates the reader to believe in themselves and never give up. Overall, You Can Win is a wonderful book that teaches us how to stay positive, work hard, and become successful in life. It is a must-read for students, professionals, and anyone who wants to improve their attitude and achieve their dreams
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini is a deeply emotional novel that tells the story of Amir, a boy from a wealthy family in Kabul, Afghanistan, and his close friend Hassan, the son of their servant. Although they grow up together and share many happy moments—especially their love for kite flying—their friendship is shaped by differences in class, ethnicity, and privilege. Amir is a Pashtun, belonging to the upper class, while Hassan is a Hazara, a poor and often discriminated ethnic group. Amir is intelligent but insecure, always seeking the approval of his father, Baba, a strong and respected man who values courage and honesty. Baba, though loving, struggles to connect with Amir because he thinks his son lacks bravery. On the other hand, Hassan, despite being uneducated, is pure-hearted, loyal, and brave. He would do anything for Amir, famously saying, “For you, a thousand times over.” Their bond, however, is broken one winter day after the kite-flying competition. Amir wins the contest and hopes it will make his father proud, but when Hassan runs to retrieve the last kite as a trophy, he is attacked by a local bully named Assef. Amir witnesses this but is too afraid to help, and his silence fills him with shame and guilt. Unable to face Hassan afterward, Amir frames him for stealing, causing Hassan and his father, Ali, to leave Baba’s house, ending their friendship forever.
Years later, the Soviet invasion forces Amir and Baba to flee to the United States, where they start a new life in California. Baba works at a gas station and eventually dies of cancer, leaving Amir to build a future on his own. Amir becomes a writer and marries Soraya, but his guilt over Hassan never leaves him. One day, he receives a call from Rahim Khan, Baba’s old friend, asking him to return to Pakistan. There, Amir learns shocking truths—that Hassan was actually his half-brother, Baba’s illegitimate son, and that Hassan and his wife had been killed by the Taliban. However, Hassan left behind a son, Sohrab, who is now living in an orphanage in Kabul. Determined to redeem himself, Amir returns to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan to find Sohrab. He discovers that Assef, the same bully from his childhood, has taken the boy. In a brutal and emotional confrontation, Amir fights Assef and nearly dies, but Sohrab saves him with a slingshot—the same way Hassan once protected Amir as a child. Amir then brings Sohrab to Pakistan, but the boy is traumatized and quiet after all he has suffered. After many struggles, Amir manages to bring Sohrab to the United States and begins caring for him like his own son. In the final scene, during a kite-flying festival, Amir runs a kite for Sohrab, repeating the words once said by Hassan: “For you, a thousand times over.” This moment symbolizes forgiveness, healing, and the redemption Amir had been seeking all his life.
Through unforgettable characters like Amir, Hassan, Baba, Rahim Khan, and Sohrab, The Kite Runner explores deep themes of friendship, betrayal, guilt, social inequality, and the possibility of redemption. Hosseini paints a vivid picture of Afghanistan’s culture, beauty, and pain, showing how personal and political conflicts intertwine. Each character represents a moral lesson—Amir’s journey teaches that it is never too late to make amends, Hassan embodies loyalty and kindness, Baba represents strength and pride mixed with hidden flaws, and Sohrab reflects the innocence that survives even in the face of suffering. Overall, The Kite Runner is a heartbreaking yet hopeful story that shows the power of love, forgiveness, and the courage to face one’s past
KITE RUNNER : by Khaled Hosseini
MY favourite one
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho is a beautifully written novel about dreams, destiny, and the journey of self-discovery. The story follows Santiago, a young shepherd from Spain, who dreams of finding a hidden treasure near the pyramids of Egypt. Believing that his dream has a special meaning, he decides to leave behind his simple life and set out on an adventure to find the treasure. This marks the beginning of an inspiring journey filled with lessons about life, faith, and the importance of listening to one’s heart.
During his travels, Santiago meets many people who change the course of his life. A gypsy woman helps him understand his dream, a wise king named Melchizedek teaches him about pursuing his “Personal Legend,” and a crystal merchant shows him the value of hard work and determination. Later, Santiago meets Fatima, a desert woman who teaches him about true love, and the Alchemist, who helps him understand the deeper spiritual truths of the world. Each encounter teaches Santiago something important, guiding him closer not only to his treasure but also to his own inner wisdom.
As Santiago’s journey unfolds, he realizes that the true treasure is not just gold or riches but the knowledge, courage, and growth he gains along the way. The novel reminds readers that every person has a unique purpose in life, and that dreams can come true if we have the faith to follow them. Coelho’s simple yet poetic writing makes the story easy to read and deeply meaningful.
The Alchemist is more than just a story about a shepherd; it is a story about all of us who are searching for meaning and purpose. It teaches that life’s real magic lies in believing in ourselves and in listening to the voice of our hearts. This book is inspiring, thought-provoking, and full of hope, leaving readers with a message that dreams are worth chasing and that sometimes, the journey itself is the greatest treasure of all.
