Khaled Hosseini
Afghan-American novelist, The Kite Runner
Born
March 4th, 1965
60 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in Afghanistan, this author gained prominence through literary works exploring themes of friendship, family, and cultural identity. The debut novel, The Kite Runner, published in 2003, garnered international acclaim and was adapted into a film in 2007. Subsequent novels, including A Thousand Splendid Suns and And the Mountains Echoed, further solidified the author's reputation. The narrative style blends personal stories with the historical context of Afghanistan, drawing attention to the country's struggles and resilience.
Wrote The Kite Runner, a bestseller
Published A Thousand Splendid Suns
Wrote And the Mountains Echoed
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