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The Kite Runner
de Khaled Hosseini
- Usado
- near fine
- Tapa dura
- Firmado
- First
- Estado
- Near Fine/Very Good+
- ISBN 10
- 0747566526
- ISBN 13
- 9780747566526
- Librería
-
San Jose, California, United States
Formas de pago aceptadas
Sobre este artículo
Bloomsbury, 2003. First Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good+. Signed. First printing. Sewn in red ribbon marker. SIGNED, without inscription, by Khalid Hosseini on the title page. The volume is lightly bumped at the corners and spine ends. The unclipped dust jacket, sleeved in mylar, is wrinkled near the edges and has a light shadow over the publisher's spine logo where a sticker had previously set up shop.
Sinopsis
Hosseini’s first novel takes place in Afghanistan and spans over several decades. The story follows the life of Amir, a young boy from a wealthy family, and his friend Hassan, the son of his father's servant. Despite their different social backgrounds, the two boys have a close friendship and bond over their love for kite fighting. However, after witnessing a traumatic event, Amir betrays Hassan, causing their friendship to fall apart. The novel then follows Amir's journey as he grows up, moves to America, and tries to come to terms with his past actions. When Amir returns to Afghanistan as an adult, he must confront his guilt and make amends for his past mistakes. Throughout the story, Hosseini explores themes of redemption, betrayal, and the power of friendship. He also sheds light on the cultural and historical context of Afghanistan, including the impact of the Soviet invasion, the rise of the Taliban, and the mass exodus of Afghan refugees to the United States. Overall, "The Kite Runner" is a poignant and powerful story about personal growth, forgiveness, and the human experience. It was adapted into a film in 2007.
Reseñas
El Oct 13 2009, Falconfinl dijo:
Author creates atmosphere that is tasteable. Imagery superb and action moves at a great pace. Highly readable. Once I had read it, I went in search for everyhing else Hosseini has published.
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Detalles
- Librería
- Trilby & Co. Books
(US)
- Inventario del vendedor #
- 13081920
- Título
- The Kite Runner
- Autor
- Khaled Hosseini
- Formato/Encuadernación
- Tapa dura
- Estado del libro
- Usado - Near Fine
- Estado de la sobrecubierta
- Very Good+
- Cantidad disponible
- 1
- Edición
- First Edition
- ISBN 10
- 0747566526
- ISBN 13
- 9780747566526
- Editorial
- Bloomsbury
- Lugar de publicación
- London
- Fecha de publicación
- 2003
- Palabras clave
- first edition|signed
Términos de venta
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Sobre el vendedor
Trilby & Co. Books
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San Jose, California
Sobre Trilby & Co. Books
Trilby & Co. Books is located in Northern California. The company was founded years ago by a Shetland Sheepdog named Trilby. Trilby's message to her family was brief and direct - the sale of books would increase disposable income and improve the quality of provisions in her food dish. My name is McTavish (picture above). I am the current CEO of this company, and I approve of her message. Oh, by the way, my speciality is literature, with an emphasis on first editions and signed books.
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