The Bookseller of Kabul by Asne Seierstad
A Portrait of a Family in Afghanistan
This book provides an intimate and eye-opening look into the everyday life of an Afghan family. The narrative follows a bookseller in Kabul, who despite the oppressive Taliban regime, courageously continues his trade. The story delves into his family dynamics, the struggles of his two wives, his children's lives, and the societal norms and customs they navigate. It paints a vivid picture of life in Afghanistan, exploring the themes of love, courage, resilience, and the power of literature.
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- Published
- 2002
- Nationality
- Norwegian
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 280-320
- Original Language
- Norwegian
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(3.5)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 68th on Top 100 World Literature Titles (Perfection Learning)
- The Bigger Read List (English PEN)