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Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini (2004, Trade Paperback)
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"The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini is a literary fiction novel published by Penguin Publishing Group in 2004. It is a coming-of-age story told in English language, weighing 11.4 ounces and consisting of 400 pages. The trade paperback format measures 8.1 inches in length, 5.3 inches in width, and 1.1 inches in height. With themes of friendship, betrayal, and redemption, this novel is a compelling read for those interested in stories set in Afghanistan.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-101594480001
ISBN-139781594480003
eBay Product ID (ePID)30242877
Product Key Features
Book TitleKite Runner
Number of Pages400 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicComing of Age, Literary
Publication Year2004
GenreFiction
AuthorKhaled Hosseini
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight11.4 Oz
Item Length8.1 in
Item Width5.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2003-043106
Reviews[A] poignant debut novel...The Kite Runner offers a moving portrait of modern Afghanistan. [Rating: A]. (Entertainment Weekly) A powerful book...an intimate account of family and friendship, betrayal and salvation. (Washington Post Book World), "A moving portrait of modern Afghanistan."- Entertainment Weekly "This powerful first novel...tells the story of fierce cruelty and fierce yet redeeming love. Both transform the life of Amir, Khaled Hosseini's privileged young narrator, who comes of age during the last peaceful days of the monarchy, just before his country's revolution and its invasion by Russian forces. But political events, even as dramatic as the ones that are presented in The Kite Runner , are only a part of this story. In The Kite Runner , Khaled Hosseini gives us a vivid and engaging story that reminds us how long his people have been struggling to triumph over the forces of violence-forces that continue to threaten them even today."- The New York Times Book Review - The New York Times Book Review "A powerful book...no frills, no nonsense, just hard, spare prose...an intimate account of family and friendship, betrayal and salvation that requires no atlas or translation to engage and enlighten us. Parts of The Kite Runner are raw and excruciating to read, yet the book in its entirety is lovingly written."- The Washington Post Book World "An astonishing, powerful book."-Diane Sawyer, [A] poignant debut novel... The Kite Runner offers a moving portrait of modern Afghanistan. [Rating: A]. ( Entertainment Weekly ) A powerful book...an intimate account of family and friendship, betrayal and salvation. ( Washington Post Book World )
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition22
Grade FromTwelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal813.6
Grade ToUP
SynopsisThe New York Times bestseller and international classic loved by millions of readers. 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 sons—their love, their sacrifices, their lies. A sweeping story of family, love, and friendship told against the devastating backdrop of the history of Afghanistan over the last thirty years, The Kite Runner is an unusual and powerful novel that has become a beloved, one-of-a-kind classic.
LC Classification NumberPS3608.O525K58 2003
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- 27 Aug, 2024
Compelling Read
Powerful story written by talented author. Book in great shape. A must read. I liked it so much I ordered his second book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 30 Jun, 2025
Excellent book
The Kite Runner is an excellent book that you will read more than once. By the author of A Thousand Splendid Suns, another book you can’t put down and will never forget.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Feb, 2020
Good Condition
The book came two days earlier and it’s in good condition although there is a bit or wear and tear but I expected that. I haven’t read this book since high school and I’m so excited to have it and read it again, it was one of my favorite reads. As well as add it to my book collection also.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 Apr, 2018
Must read!!
Best book I've read in a long time! Very touching story and an author that writes in such detail, you feel as if you were there experiencing it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 24 Jan, 2018
The Kite Runner
This story is heartfelt, Khaled Hosseini takes you in to his stories and become a part. His book The thousand splendid suns is mind blowing ! Great book! Must read ! Keep writing Mr. Hosseini :)Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 08 May, 2024
Should Be Required Reading for HIgh School
I read it with my 15 year old granddaughter who had to read it for her Literature class. We enjoyed sharing this book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 15 May, 2025
Great quality books. Very pleased with m...
Great quality books. Very pleased with my purchase!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 21 Sep, 2021
The Kite Runner
One of the best books I ever read. Reading his second book now. Sad, but very good. Happy I live in America.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 13 Feb, 2022
A glimpse into the history and culture of Afghanistan
A bit of the history of Afghanistan and how it wasn't always a war torn nation. To some degree it compares to Russia threatening Ukraine and the possible price both countries may end up for.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 26 Aug, 2018
Good Product
Excellent!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
