And the Mountains Echoed

Book Summary:

And The Mountains Echoed is set in Afghanistan, in 1952, where Abdullah and his sister reside with their father and foster mother. They seem to have a raw deal in terms of finances, as their f[review]ather is constantly on a job hunt to make ends meet. One day, their father decided to shift from the small village where they were staying, to Kabul. Abdullah’s father tries to prevent Abdullah from coming along, but is unable to do so, due to his son’s persistent temperament.

Abdullah is extremely fond of his sister, and would do anything to keep her happy. The two siblings are inseparable, and sleep together on their cot with their heads touching. However, the two don’t seem to have a clue about the events that are about to take place when they journey from Kabul to other cities and continents. This insignificant journey made by the family dares to alter the course of their lives and those of hundreds of others, through the next 60 years.

And The Mountains Echoed revolves around the relationships among family members, which are accompanied with honor and sacrifice for one another. This book also delves into the fact that people are often left dumbstruck by the actions of those who matter the most to them. It is explained to the readers that the decisions made by them can resonate through several generations.

Book Details:

Title: And the Mountains Echoed
Author: Khaled Hosseini
Publisher: Bloomsbury
ISBN-10: 9382951008
ISBN-13: 9789382951001
Year of Publication: 2013
Cover: Paperback
Pages: 416
MRP: 599

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