This author delves into the complexities of family relationships and the profound impact of historical events on individual lives. His narratives often explore themes of loss, redemption, and the search for belonging, characterized by a deep emotional resonance and vivid depictions of setting. With an eye for poignant detail and a keen understanding of human psychology, his work reveals how the past shapes the present and how individuals navigate adversity. His writing offers a compelling look at the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of hope against overwhelming odds.
When an essay is due and dreaded exams loom, this book offers students what they need to succeed. It provides chapter-by-chapter analysis, explanations of key themes, motifs and symbols, a review quiz, and essay topics. It is suitable for late-night studying and paper writing.
Traces the unlikely friendship of a wealthy Afghan youth and a servant's son, in a tale that spans the final days of Afghanistan's monarchy through the atrocities of the present day, in graphic novel format.
Two women born a generation apart witness the destruction of their home and family in wartorn Kabul, losses incurred over the course of thirty years that test the limits of their strength and courage.
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 it is also about the power of fathers over sons—their love, their sacrifices, their lies. The first Afghan novel to be written in English, The Kite Runner tells a sweeping story of family, love, and friendship against a backdrop of history that has not been told in fiction before, bringing to mind the large canvases of the Russian writers of the nineteenth century. But just as it is old-fashioned in its narration, it is contemporary in its subject-the devastating history of Afghanistan over the last thirty years. As emotionally gripping as it is tender, The Kite Runner is an unusual and powerful debut.
A Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller A deeply moving, gorgeously illustrated short story for people of all ages from the international bestselling author of The Kite Runner, brought to life by Dan Williams's beautiful illustrations 'The book may be brief, but it is beautiful, poetic - a distillation of his strengths' Sunday Times On a moonlit beach a father cradles his sleeping son as they wait for dawn to break and a boat to arrive. He speaks to his boy of the long summers of his childhood, recalling his grandfather's house in Syria, the stirring of olive trees in the breeze, the bleating of his grandmother's goat, the clanking of her cooking pots. And he remembers, too, the bustling city of Homs with its crowded lanes, its mosque and grand souk, in the days before the sky spat bombs and they had to flee. When the sun rises they and those around them will gather their possessions and embark on a perilous sea journey in search of a new home. Proceeds from the sale of Sea Prayer will go to The Khaled Hosseini Foundation and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency to help fund life-saving support and build better futures for refugees around the world.
Set against the backdrop of Afghanistan in 1975, the story explores the deep bond between Amir and Hassan, who grow up like brothers despite their different social standings. Their friendship faces a severe test when betrayal occurs, leading to life-altering consequences for both. The narrative delves into themes of loyalty, guilt, and redemption, highlighting how a single act can shape destinies and alter the course of their lives forever.
Presents a story inspired by human love, how people take care of one another, and how choices resonate through subsequent generations. Afghanistan, 1952. Abdullah and his sister Pari live with their father and step-mother in the small village of Shadbagh. Their father, Saboor, is constantly in search of work and they struggle together through poverty and brutal winters. To Adbullah, Pari, as beautiful and sweet-natured as the fairy for which she was named, is everything; there is an unparalleled bond between these two motherless siblings. What happens to them, and the large and small manners in which it echos through the lives of so many other people is an example of the moral complexity of life. In this multigenerational novel revolving around parents and children, brothers and sisters, cousins and caretakers, the author explores the many ways in which family members love, wound, betray, honor, and sacrifice for one another.
Promoting Peace With Books, Not Bombs, In Afghanistan And Pakistan
From the author of the #1 bestseller "Three Cups of Tea," the continuing story of this determined humanitarian's efforts to promote peace through education In this dramatic first-person narrative, Greg Mortenson picks up where "Three Cups of Tea" left off in 2003, recounting his relentless, ongoing efforts to establish schools for girls in Afghanistan; his extensive work in Azad Kashmir and Pakistan after a massive earthquake hit the region in 2005; and the unique ways he has built relationships with Islamic clerics, militia commanders, and tribal leaders even as he was dodging shootouts with feuding Afghan warlords and surviving an eight-day armed abduction by the Taliban. He shares for the first time his broader vision to promote peace through education and literacy, as well as touching on military matters, Islam, and women-all woven together with the many rich personal stories of the people who have been involved in this remarkable two-decade humanitarian effort. Since the 2006 publication of "Three Cups of Tea," Mortenson has traveled across the U.S. and the world to share his vision with hundreds of thousands of people. He has met with heads of state, top military officials, and leading politicians who all seek his advice and insight. The continued phenomenal success of "Three Cups of Tea" proves that there is an eager and committed audience for Mortenson's work and message.
Любовь - великое чувство. Глубоко укрытая, запрещенная, тайная, она все равно дождется своего часа. Об этом новый роман Халеда Хоссейни, в 2007 году ставший главным мировым бестселлером. В центре романа - две женщины, которые оказались жертвами потрясений, разрушивших идиллический Афганистан. Мариам - незаконная дочь богатого бизнесмена, с детства познавшая, что такое несчастье, с ранних лет ощутившая собственную обреченность. Лейла, напротив, - любимая дочка в дружной семье, мечтающая об интересной и прекрасной жизни. Между ними нет ничего общего, они живут в разных мирах, которым не суждено было бы пересечься, если бы не огненный шквал войны. Отныне Лейла и Мариам связаны самыми тесными узами, и они сами не знают, кто они - враги, подруги или сестры. Но в одиночку им не выжить, не выстоять перед средневековым деспотизмом и жестокостью, затопившими улицы и дома некогда цветущего города. Вдвоем они пройдут через страдания, вдвоем будут ловить нечаянные крупицы радости, вдвоем станут мечтать о счастье, к которому однажды попытаются прорваться. "Тысяча сияющих солнц" - мощная, драматичная и лиричная история, которая заставляет сердца сжиматься от боли и радости. Это благородная и великодушная книга.
