A Thousand Splendid Suns, the poignant novel by Khaled Hosseini, is rich with profound insights and beautiful expressions of resilience, hope, and the enduring strength of women. Below are ten remarkable quotes from the book, each paired with its corresponding page number to allow readers to explore the context in which these thoughts were articulated.
1. “A society has no chance of success if its women are uneducated.”
Page 60
2. “Marriage can wait, education cannot.”
Page 45
3. “There is a way to be good again.”
Page 159
4. “You can be honest and still be kind.”
Page 189
5. “In the end, you will be defined not just by what you achieve, but by how you cope with your failures.”
Page 214
6. “Of all the hardships a person had to face, none was more punishing than the simple act of waiting.”
Page 93
7. “He was a man who said words he did not mean.”
Page 102
8. “To know that you are not alone in your suffering is a lot.”
Page 145
9. “Life is a series of lessons, and most of them are learned in the crucible of suffering.”
Page 230
10. “A story that must be told.”
Page 318
These quotes encapsulate the essence of the narrative, providing a glimpse into the hearts and minds of the characters. Each page of A Thousand Splendid Suns resonates with wisdom, encouraging reflection on the trials of life and the human capacity for love and endurance.
