The Kite Runner
by Khaled Hosseini
Nige related the book to his own experiences of Afghanistan in 1976 - “Afghanistan’s next to last summer of peace and anonymity”.
The others would probably not have read this book ordinarily but found it very interesting on the culture and people of the country.
The themes of loyalty, betrayal and redemption were discussed along with the difficult relationships between siblings and fathers and sons.
The themes of hypocrisy and the abuse of power were also discussed and related to other situations.
All enjoyed the book.
NS. April 2005
The wikipedia page, The Kite Runner
gives an understanding of the author and the controversy caused by the book and its adaptations.
PC. July 2015
Nigel Smith was the instigator and organiser of the Book Club, using it as part of his work to raise funds for Action Aid.
Since Nigel moved out of the area, we have maintained the spirit and format of the club even though we can't match his passion for all things Afghanistan.
PC. July 2026
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