New York: Riverhead, 2007. First Illustrated edition. Hardcover. Bound in red cloth and decorated boards, a fine copy, in a fine crisp dust jacket. The story of the unlikely and inseparable friendship between two families caught in the tragic sweep of history, from the final days of Afghanistan's monarchy through the horrific rule of the Taliban. First published in 2003, now beautifully produced with unforgettable color and black and white photographs of the people of Afghanistan and their surroundings. 329pp.

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A deluxe collector's edition of the phenomenally bestselling The Kite Runner , filled with striking and memorable photographs that bring Khaled Hosseini's compelling story to life. Since its publication in 2003, The Kite Runner has shipped over four million copies and spent more than two years on the New York Times bestseller list. Taking us from Afghanistan in the final days of the monarchy through the horrific rule of the Taliban, The Kite Runner is the heartbreaking story of the unlikely and inseparable friendship between a wealthy Afghan boy and the son of his father's servant, both of whom are caught in the tragic sweep of history. Published in the aftermath of America's invasion of Afghanistan, Khaled Hosseini's haunting writing brought a part of the world to vivid life that was previously unknown. Now this beautifully produced, collectible hardcover enhances Khaled Hosseini's story with unforgettable color and black-and-white photographs of the people of Afghanistan and their surroundings, further illustrating the world in which the story is set and heightening the already powerful experience of reading this incredible book.

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Bookseller: Ed Smith Books (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 14193
Title: THE KITE RUNNER. Illustrated Edition
Author: Hosseini, Khaled
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Bound in red cloth and decorated boards, a fine copy, in a fine crisp dust jacket
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Illustrated edition
ISBN 10: 1594489602
ISBN 13: 9781594489600
Publisher: Riverhead
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 2007
LCCN: 2007028260
Keywords: illustrated, photographs, Afghanistan, the Taliban, family, friendship, war

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Ed Smith Books specializes in better condition modern literary first editions, signed books, photographic monographs, screen and theater related material and pop culture. We offer appraisals for books and photographs. We are located a short ferry ride from downtown Seattle, WA on Bainbridge Island. Since 1985 (ABAA since 1995). Two authors we specialize in are Charles Bukowski and Hunter S Thompson. Open by appointment.

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