Skip to content

The kite runner

The kite runner

Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different
Click for full-size.

The kite runner

by Hosseini, Khaled

  • Used
  • Good
  • Paperback
Condition
Good
ISBN 10
1594483019
ISBN 13
9781594483011
Seller
Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Tokyo, Japan
Item Price
A$9.32
Or just A$8.39 with a
Bibliophiles Club Membership
A$18.31 Shipping to USA
Standard delivery: 30 to 60 days

More Shipping Options

Payment Methods Accepted

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • PayPal

About This Item

New York: Riverhead Books, 2007. Paperback. Good. Traces the unlikely friendship of a wealthy Afghan youth and a servant's so n in a tale that spans the final days of Afghanistan's monarchy through the atrocities of the present day.

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.

Read More: Identifying first editions of The kite runner

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.

(Log in or Create an Account first!)

You’re rating the book as a work, not the seller or the specific copy you purchased!

Details

Bookseller
Infinity Books Japan JP (JP)
Bookseller's Inventory #
RWARE0000054971
Title
The kite runner
Author
Hosseini, Khaled
Format/Binding
Paperback
Book Condition
Used - Good
Quantity Available
1
ISBN 10
1594483019
ISBN 13
9781594483011
Publisher
Riverhead Books
Place of Publication
New York
Date Published
2007

Terms of Sale

Infinity Books Japan

We return books after seven days, if the customer is not 100% happy with our transaction.

About the Seller

Infinity Books Japan

Seller rating:
This seller has earned a 5 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.
Biblio member since 2006
Tokyo

About Infinity Books Japan

Infinity Books Japan,was founded in the year 2002, we pride ourselves in being there for our customers, we deal in, used, rare, out of print and first editions.

This Book’s Categories

tracking-