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Title: An American Family
Subtitle: A Memoir of Hope and Sacrifice
Author: Khizr Khan
Narrator: Khizr Khan
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-24-17
Publisher: Random House Audio
Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 61 votes
Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs
Publisher's Summary:
This inspiring memoir by the Gold Star parent and captivating DNC speaker is the story of one family's pursuit of the American dream and why - especially in these tumultuous times - we must not be afraid to step forward for what we believe in when it matters most.
An American Family is an intensely personal story about the nature of true patriotism and what it's like to risk everything you know for the promise of a 226-year-old piece of parchment. As Khizr Khan traces his remarkable journey - from humble beginnings on a poultry farm in Pakistan to obtaining a degree from Harvard Law School and raising a family in America - he shows what it means to leave the limitations of one's country behind for the best values and promises of another. He also tells the story of the Khans' middle child, US Army Captain Humayun Khan, who was killed while protecting his base camp in Iraq, and the ways in which their undying pride in him and his sacrifice have helped them endure the deepest despair a parent can know.
The book is a stark depiction of what an American looks like, what being a nation of immigrants really means, and what it is to live - rather than simply to pay lip service to - our ideals.
Members Reviews:
a true american
? did you happen to watch the 2016 democratic convention
? do you want to know more about khizr khan and his wife
? do they have beliefs that other americans seem to have lost or forgotten
this humble and sincere audiobook eloquently tells their heroic story
from pakistan to dubai to houston to boston to DC to charlottesville
the khan's sacrifice and diligence were built on a belief in america's promise
mr. khan's deliberate and accented narration only adds to the story's authenticity
at least half a dozen times, i had to pause the text as i was on the verge of tears
the khan's are simply truer and better americans than our current political leaders
Sincere and deeply moving
An amazing story of Mr. Kahns life and the story of his familys path from Pakistan to modern America. Full of wisdom and lessons in sacrifice and service. It brought me to tears several times.
A book that can give you hope in a negative world
This book is written and read with such dignity and respect for one's fellow man, I wish it was mandatory reading in all schools. Khizr Kahn makes us think about how fortunate we are to be in the USA and have our Constitution. He reminds us of the beauty of appreciation of people and country. He also inspires us to think what we are in the process of destroying in this current Administration. It is a frightening time in the USA. We have increased our violence and greed but here is a man who gives us hope and reason. I found the book to be inspiring.
Everyone should have the opportunity to read this book
It reads like a story which you dont want to come to an end. A wonderful and positive perspective on things American citizens take for granted, without realizing
So uplifting and thought-provoking
What made the experience of listening to An American Family the most enjoyable?
Khizr Khan reminded me what really matters as he told his story. Faith. Family. Country. Hard Work. Sacrifice. Hope. I am a better person having finished this book than I was when I started it.
What was one of the most memorable moments of An American Family?
I was born in American citizen. When Mr.
