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The Kite Runner
by Khaled Hosseini
- Used
- Fine
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Fine/Fine
- ISBN 10
- 0747566526
- ISBN 13
- 9780747566526
- Seller
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Creston, British Columbia, Canada
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About This Item
Bloomsbury Publishing, 2003. First Edition. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. 324 [1] pages. Red metallic lettering on the spine. Dust jacket is protected in Brodart and has the red wrap-around addition. A fine copy of this author's first book. This is a first edition, first printing with a complete number line (ending in 1).
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
- Bookseller
- Beacon Books
(CA)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 006940
- Title
- The Kite Runner
- Author
- Khaled Hosseini
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- ISBN 10
- 0747566526
- ISBN 13
- 9780747566526
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 2003
- Pages
- 336
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- Fine
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- First Edition
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- Jacket
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- Brodart
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- Spine
- The outer portion of a book which covers the actual binding. The spine usually faces outward when a book is placed on a shelf....
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