And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini is a deeply moving and intricately woven tale of family, love, and sacrifice. The novel spans generations and continents, beginning in Afghanistan with a life-altering decision made by a poor farmer who gives his daughter, Pari, to a wealthy couple in Kabul. This act sets off a chain of events that ripple through time and space, affecting multiple lives in profound and unexpected ways.
Through interconnected stories and perspectives, Hosseini explores themes of familial bonds, betrayal, and the complexity of human relationships. With his signature poetic prose and emotional depth, And the Mountains Echoed captures the joys and sorrows that define the human experience, making it a powerful and unforgettable read.
A Masterful Multigenerational Saga
The novel explores the lives of richly developed characters across decades, offering a deeply resonant exploration of family and identity.
Emotional and Thought-Provoking
Hosseini’s storytelling delves into themes of love, loss, and the sacrifices we make for those we care about, leaving readers reflective and moved.
Vivid and Immersive Prose
Hosseini’s lyrical writing brings the settings and characters to life, creating a compelling narrative that captivates from start to finish.
- "Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there."
Translation (Sinhala): "නිවැරදි දේවල් සහ වැරදි දේවල් පිළිබඳ අදහස් පසුකර, පිටුපස පිටියක් ඇත. මම ඔබව එහිදී හමුවන්නෙමි."
Translation (Tamil): "தவறு மற்றும் சரியான எண்ணங்களுக்குப் புறம்பாக ஒரு வெளி உள்ளது. நான் உங்களை அங்கு சந்திப்பேன்."
- "A story is like a moving train: no matter where you hop on, you are bound to reach your destination."
- "It’s hard to see beyond the choices we make and what lies on the other side."
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About the Book
Title: And the Mountains Echoed
Author: Khaled Hosseini
ISBN: 9781594632389
Publisher: Riverhead Books
Published Year: 2013
Number of Pages: 404
Binding: Paperback
