A Thousand Splendid Suns

A Thousand Splendid Suns is the second novel written by Khaled Hosseini, an Afghan-American writer. It was published in 2007 in the United States and has gained great popularity. The novel is centered around the lives and experiences of women in Afghanistan. It is a story of struggle, hardship and hope during difficult times. Although the main focus is on two women in particular, historical background of Afghanistan is greatly incorporated into the novel as well.

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In the interview below, Hosseini briefly introduces his novel and discusses where he found the inspiration to write it. He talks about his experiences growing up in Kabul, as well as his returning visits later on in life.

The interview can be found at http://www.youtube.com/user/RheadBooks