Khaled Hosseini: A Journey Through Life and Literature
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Early Life and Cultural Roots Khaled Hosseini, born on March 4, 1965, in Kabul, Afghanistan, is a middle-aged luminary in the realm of contemporary literature. His parents, Nasser and a Persian Language teacher, nurtured his upbringing amidst the cultural richness of Afghanistan. Spending his formative years in Kabul, Khaled's family embarked on a global journey due to his father's diplomatic career, which included a transformative period in Paris. The Saur Revolution's upheaval prevented their return to Afghanistan, compelling them to seek refuge in the United States. Khaled's initial years in the U.S. were marked by the challenges of adapting to a new culture and language barrier, experiences he later incorporated into his narratives. Education and Formative Years Completing his high school education in San Jose in 1984, Khaled Hosseini pursued a Bachelor's degree from Santa Clara University in 1988. His thirst for knowledge led him to acquire an M.D. from the Unive…