May 4, 2010

A Thousand Splendid Suns

This novel tells the story of two women who struggle to survive in Afghanistan. Set during an unsettled time of war and oppression, the thirty-year relationship offers us a glimpse into family life, social structure, and history in Afghanistan. It also speaks about human nature and emotions which have no cultural boundaries--love, friendship, and family. This fictional story will help readers to experience life in Afghanistan through its characters.

This book can be found in HECSA Library:

A Thousand Splendid Suns: A Novel
Khaled Hosseini
PS 2608 .O832 T46 2008