The Kite Runner
Description
This poignant novel chronicles the complex relationship between Amir, a privileged boy in Kabul, and Hassan, the son of his father's servant, set against the backdrop of Afghanistan's turbulent history. Their childhood bond, forged through shared adventures and a love for kite flying, is irrevocably shattered by a single act of betrayal. Years later, Amir embarks on a perilous journey back to a war-torn homeland, seeking redemption and a chance to atone for the past. Khaled Hosseini's powerful debut explores enduring themes of friendship, guilt, and the profound search for forgiveness.
Available Editions
paperback
Riverhead Books
Published Jan 1, 2004
370 pages
ISBN: 9781594480003
paperback
Riverhead Books
Published Jan 1, 2013
400 pages
ISBN: 9781594631931
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Details
First Published
2003
Language
eng
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