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May 29, 2007 · A correction was made on. May 30, 2007. : The Books of The Times review yesterday, about “A Thousand Splendid Suns,” by Khaled Hosseini, misspelled a character’s name. She is Laila, not Lila ...
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And some might not have had anything more to say. Hosseini...
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May 1, 2007 · Khaled Hosseini. 4.44. 1,589,783 ratings81,249 reviews. Mariam is only fifteen when she is sent to Kabul to marry the troubled and bitter Rasheed, who is thirty years her senior. Nearly two decades later, in a climate of growing unrest, tragedy strikes fifteen-year-old Laila, who must leave her home and join Mariam's unhappy household.
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And some might not have had anything more to say. Hosseini doesn’t fit any of these categories. His second novel, “A Thousand Splendid Suns,” is an ambitious work. Once again the setting is ...
Read recommendations from historical novelist Jane Johnson and other experts on Khaled Hosseini's novel about women in Afghanistan. Find out why this book is a powerful and emotional read.
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Hosseini’s use of descriptive language is one of his writing techniques that stands out the most. He has a gift for using words to paint detailed pictures, which makes it possible for readers to imagine the settings and characters in his book. For instance, Hosseini calls the sky “an infinite expanse of blue” and the sun “a relentless heat” in the ...
The genre of historical fiction involves fictional characters and story devices while being based on actual historical events or times. Hosseini uses his personal experiences growing up in Afghanistan and his considerable research into the nation’s history to paint a vivid and accurate picture of life there in ‘A Thousand Splendid Suns.’ He goes in...
The Kolba
Mariam and Nana reside in a kolba, a mud and clay house that is little better than a shelter for animals. It serves as a reminder of Nana’s degrading status as a woman, a maid, and the unwed mother of a kid. It also represents Mariam’s spirit to Laila. On their route to Kabul, she and Tariq stop at the kolba. Mariam is pictured by Laila in the kolba as a lively, happy girl who enjoys life and makes the most of her circumstances. The visits from Mullah Faizullah and Jalil did add some joy to M...
The Burqa
The burqa is a representation of the power that a man has over a woman, particularly over a wife. Mariam is required to cover her face in public, according to Rasheed, since “a woman’s face is her husband’s business” and his business only. No one is permitted to see Mariam’s appearance, but Laila can during funeral rites. In those situations, Mariam is permitted to don a headscarf; nevertheless, in all other situations, she is required to don the burqa. Observant Muslim women cover themselves...
Bamiyan Buddhas
The enormous love the individuals have for their nation is symbolized by the magnificent Buddha statues Babi takes Laila and Tariq to see. This scenario perfectly captures how history and major occasions in the characters’ lives intertwine. Babi discusses his aspirations for the future while he recounts the history of the Buddhas. Sadly, this will be the last enjoyable interaction Laila has had with both her father and Tariq for a time. Laila will appreciate that moment in the future because...
A literary analysis of Khaled Hosseini's historical fiction novel set in Afghanistan, exploring the themes of resilience, friendship, and sacrifice. The review examines the style, symbolism, and historical context of the book, as well as the characters' journeys and challenges.
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May 24, 2007 · The phrase "a thousand splendid suns," from the poem by Saib-e-Tabrizi, is quoted twice in the novel – once as Laila's family prepares to leave Kabul, and again when she decides to return there from Pakistan. It is also echoed in one of the final lines: "Miriam is in Laila's own heart, where she shines with the bursting radiance of a thousand ...
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May 22, 2007 · A novel about two Afghan women who endure decades of war, oppression and tragedy. Kirkus praises Hosseini's artistic triumph and unflinching depiction of their courage and resilience.
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