Kite Runner
This story is a touching tale of bravery and weakness, fathers and sons, friendships and betrayal. The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini takes us on an epic tale from the final days of a respected Afghanistan monarchy to the horrific Taliban ruled Afghanistan of today. It reveals a greater understanding of traditional ways and the segregation of religions throughout this once noble land.
Our story begins in Kabul, Afghanistan in the 1970's. It was a time of change, because these were the last years of King Zahir Shah's 40-year reign as king. These were also the last few years of peace. After his cousin throws him over turning Afghanistan into a republic the country becomes a battlefield filled with Russian tanks and then the trigger happy Taliban. Our book begins in a magical world where the streets smell of lamb skewers and there are rolling hills with deep red pomegranate trees. Children run about flying kites and going to the cinemas to watch the latest......
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