“I'll put it on my table where I keep my drawings," Hassan said. His saying that made me kind of sad. Sad for who Hassan was, where he lived. For how he'd accepted the fact that he'd grow old in that mud shack in the yard, the way his father had.”
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
“Trauma is not what happens to us, but what we hold inside in the absence of an empathetic witness.”
“That's the thing about empathy—even people with an abundance of it can run out.”