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All rights reserved.The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini (2004)
| Synopsis This epic novel is set in Afghanistan, beginning in the days of the monarchy and reaching to the early 21st century. Amir is the son of a wealthy man; his best friend is Hassan, the son of his father's servant. Growing up in Kabul, the two share an idyllic childhood until a traumatic event--and Amir's act of cowardly betrayal--changes the nature of their friendship. Amir, who ends up in America, is tortured by his betrayal of Hassan, and he finds himself compelled to return, years later, to a Taliban-dominated Afghanistan to make amends. THE KITE RUNNER, written by an Afghani--now a physician--whose family found asylum in the U.S. in 1980--personalizes the conflicts in Afghanistan and the US involvement there. A debut novel, it was hailed by critics for its poetic prose and vivid characters.
Publisher's Note Traces the unlikely friendship of Amir, a wealthy Afghanistani youth, and a servant's son, in a tale that spans the final days of the nation's monarchy through the atrocities of the present day. Reader's Guide available. Reprint. Industry Reviews Kirkus Reviews (05/01/2003) Literary Review - Lucy Beresford (09/01/2003) New York Times Book Review - Edward Hower (08/03/2003) | Find errors in the product description? Submit a catalog update request now. | ||||||||||||||||||
Top Reviews  Add This One to Your Book CollectionsReview created: 09/15/06 by:  13 of 16 people found this review helpful. This is one of the most powerful books I've read in a while. Even after reading it earlier in the year the story still resonates with me. Observe the relationship, or lack thereof, between a father and son and how the son must struggle with youth and becoming a man. You will thoroughly enjoy this one. Review ID: 10000000001866250 Was this review helpful? Report this review Reviews greatReview created: 08/11/08 by: Thank you, My son needed the book for a school project, so I decided to buy it on ebay so he could write in it or highlight certain sections for his report. It was in great shape and it was at a great price. He read the book and loved it. Review ID: 10000000008313962 Was this review helpful? Report this review The Kite Runner By Khaled HosseiniReview created: 08/07/08 by: I bought The Kite Runner for a summer reading book. I figured that I would find an inexpensive book that would be in decent condition. I was right! The Kite Runner is a great story about friendship and love but it has tons of action packed into the pages. I would definitely recommend everyone to read this book. Review ID: 10000000008248747 Was this review helpful? Report this review The Kite RunnerReview created: 08/05/08 by: This book is wonderful! I recommend it to everyone! Khaled Hosseini is a wonderful author who really develops the story and his characters in such a way that you feel like you know them and you're there, watching the story unfold. It's a wonderful book, as is A Thousand Splendid Suns, also by this author. Review ID: 10000000008213042 Was this review helpful? Report this review Excellent, but monitor content for young peopleReview created: 08/04/08 by: This story is an excellent read with a strong moral thread. I bought this book because it was required summer reading for my daughters, however, I believe the sexual content was too strong for 14-15 year olds who have not yet started their sophmore year in high school. Teachers: please save this assignment for the upperclassmen. Review ID: 10000000008187444 Was this review helpful? Report this review |
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