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The Kite Runner
by Hosseini, Khaled
- Used
- Very Good
- Condition
- Very Good
- ISBN 10
- 1594480001
- ISBN 13
- 9781594480003
- Seller
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Roeland Park, Kansas, United States
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About This Item
NEW YORK: Riverhead Trade, 2004. 2ND. BOOK. VERY GOOD. Publisher : Riverhead Trade; Reprint edition (April 27, 2004), Language : English, Paperback : 372 pages, ISBN-10 : 1594480001, ISBN-13 : 978-1594480003, Reading age : 18 years and up, Lexile measure : 840L, Item Weight : 1.01 pounds, Dimensions : 5.32 x 1.06 x 8.11 inches, has study guide and review questions. Warning: Contains graphic text. The unforgettable, heartbreaking story of the unlikely friendship between a wealthy boy and the son of his father's servant, The Kite Runner is a beautifully crafted novel set in a country that is in the process of being destroyed. It is about the power of reading, the price of betrayal, and the possibility of redemption; and an exploration of the power of fathers over sonstheir love, their sacrifices, their lies.
Synopsis
Hosseini’s first novel takes place in Afghanistan and spans over several decades. The story follows the life of Amir, a young boy from a wealthy family, and his friend Hassan, the son of his father's servant. Despite their different social backgrounds, the two boys have a close friendship and bond over their love for kite fighting. However, after witnessing a traumatic event, Amir betrays Hassan, causing their friendship to fall apart. The novel then follows Amir's journey as he grows up, moves to America, and tries to come to terms with his past actions. When Amir returns to Afghanistan as an adult, he must confront his guilt and make amends for his past mistakes. Throughout the story, Hosseini explores themes of redemption, betrayal, and the power of friendship. He also sheds light on the cultural and historical context of Afghanistan, including the impact of the Soviet invasion, the rise of the Taliban, and the mass exodus of Afghan refugees to the United States. Overall, "The Kite Runner" is a poignant and powerful story about personal growth, forgiveness, and the human experience. It was adapted into a film in 2007.
Reviews
On Oct 13 2009, Falconfinl said:
Author creates atmosphere that is tasteable. Imagery superb and action moves at a great pace. Highly readable. Once I had read it, I went in search for everyhing else Hosseini has published.
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Details
- Seller
- BookQuest
(US)
- Seller's Inventory #
- 80010
- Title
- The Kite Runner
- Author
- Hosseini, Khaled
- Format/Binding
- BOOK
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- 2ND
- Binding
- Unknown
- ISBN 10
- 1594480001
- ISBN 13
- 9781594480003
- Publisher
- Riverhead Trade
- Place of Publication
- NEW YORK
- Date Published
- 2004
- Keywords
- Contemporary Literature & Fiction, Literary Fiction
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- Reprint
- Any printing of a book which follows the original edition. By definition, a reprint is not a first edition.
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