The Kite Runner: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
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.
Quick facts about The Kite Runner
- Title: The Kite Runner
- Author: Khaled Hosseini
- First published: 2003
- Genre: new york times bestseller, nyt:trade_fiction_paperback=2008-10-26, male friendship
- OpenLibrary ID: OL5781992W
Where to read The Kite Runner
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Kite Runner about?
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.
Who wrote The Kite Runner?
The Kite Runner was written by Khaled Hosseini.
When was The Kite Runner published?
The Kite Runner was first published in 2003.
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