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Literary Fiction· Afghanistan

The Kite Runner

by Khaled Hosseini
Aggregate Editorial Score88/100
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Published 2003371 pagesEnglish

About This Book

Khaled Hosseini's The Kite Runner (2003) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. Amir, the son of a wealthy Kabul merchant, betrays his loyal servant's son Hassan in a moment of cowardice. Decades later, living in California, he returns to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan to rescue Hassan's orphaned son. Hosseini's bestselling debut is a story of guilt, redemption, and the friendship that defined a childhood. Themes of redemption, guilt, Afghanistan run through the work. The book has received recognition from Nobel Prize in Literature 2003 and ALA Notable Books 2003.

Awards & Recognition

Nobel Prize in Literature
winner · global
200377
ALA Notable Books
notable · national
200313
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About the Author
Khaled Hosseini
Afghanistan
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Kite Runner about?

Amir, the son of a wealthy Kabul merchant, betrays his loyal servant's son Hassan in a moment of cowardice. Decades later, living in California, he returns to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan to rescue Hassan's orphaned son. Hosseini's bestselling debut is a story of guilt, redemption, and the friendship that defined a childhood.

Who wrote The Kite Runner?

The Kite Runner was written by Khaled Hosseini, from Afghanistan. First published in 2003.

What awards has The Kite Runner won?

The Kite Runner has received the following awards and honours: Nobel Prize in Literature 2003; ALA Notable Books 2003.

Is The Kite Runner worth reading?

The Kite Runner is a widely acclaimed work with strong critical consensus, with an aggregate editorial score of 88/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 2 editorial sources. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in redemption, guilt, Afghanistan.