The Kite Runner, novel by Khaled Hosseini, published in 2003. It follows the journey of Amir, a young boy from Kabul, and is set against the tumultuous background of Afghanistan’s history, from the fall of the monarchy through to the rise of the Taliban regime. The novel delves into the themes of guilt, redemption, and the enduring effects of childhood experiences. It was adapted into a 2007 Hollywood film of the same name. Khaled Hosseini, who was born in 1965, grew up in Kabul and moved with his family to California in 1980 (from Paris, where his father had worked ...(100 of 973 words) Access the full article Help support true facts by becoming a member. Subscribe today!