Khaled Hosseini is a renowned Afghan-American author whose powerful storytelling and poignant narratives have captured the hearts of readers worldwide. Born in Kabul, Afghanistan, in 1965, Hosseini’s early years were marked by the tumultuous events that would shape the backdrop of his later novels. He moved to the United States in 1980 and went on to become a successful physician before transitioning to a full-time writing career. Hosseini’s main field is literature, where he is celebrated for his emotionally gripping works that explore themes of family, friendship, and the human spirit against the backdrop of Afghanistan’s turbulent history.