“Never mind that to me, the face of Afghanistan is that of a boy with a thin-boned frame, a shaved head, and low-set ears, a boy with a Chinese doll face perpetually lit by a harelipped smile. Never mind any of those things. Because history isn't easy to overcome. Neither is religion. In the end, I was a Pashtun and he was a Hazara, I was Sunni and he was Shi'a, and nothing was ever going to change that. Nothing.”
This novel delves into the complex relationship between two boys in Afghanistan, as it unfolds against the backdrop of political turmoil and personal tragedy. The story follows their lives, highlighting the impact of their choices and the consequences that follow. more
Khaled Hosseini is an Afghan-American novelist, best known for his novel 'The Kite Runner,' which has become a global bestseller. The story, centered around themes of friendship, betrayal, and redemption, has resonated with readers worldwide. Hosseini's works often focus on the history and culture of Afghanistan, as well as the complexities of human nature. more
“People always remember the worst day of their lifes. It becomes a part of them forever.”
“I close my eyes, hoping to slip into the same dream again, but then that never happens, does it?”
“No one, and nothing, will ever hurt you as long as I'm alive.”
“Walking with her man, Lost in a dream”
“They're funny things, Accidents. You never have them till you're having them.”