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Salman Rushdie Opens Up About Traumatic Knife Attack and New Memoir “Knife”

New York, USA – In a stunning memoir by acclaimed author Salman Rushdie, he delves into a harrowing incident in upstate New York in 2022 where he was violently attacked by a young man wielding a knife. Rushdie’s recollection of the event paints a vivid picture of the terror and chaos that unfolded on stage, as well as the remarkable heroism displayed by his wife, Eliza. Rushdie reflects on his unexpected late-life romance with Eliza, …

Renowned Author Salman Rushdie Reveals Near-Death Experience in Gripping Memoir ‘Knife’

London, UK – Renowned author Salman Rushdie recounts a harrowing experience in his new memoir ‘Knife’, where he delves into the brutal attack that almost claimed his life. Rushdie’s vivid storytelling captures the terrifying moments of the assault, revealing the intense emotions and physical pain he endured during the ordeal. The memoir sheds light on the violence that Rushdie faced, providing readers with a closer look at the traumatic event that unfolded in his life. …

Salman Rushdie Releases Memoir and Speaks Out Against Rising Book Bans

New York, NY – In a shocking turn of events in August 2022, acclaimed novelist Salman Rushdie was brutally attacked by a knife-wielding audience member during a talk on writer safety. Rushdie, known for his controversial novel “The Satanic Verses,” was stabbed at least 12 times, causing grave injuries. Having received a death sentence from Iran in 1988 due to his novel’s contentious nature, Rushdie believed that enough time had passed for him to let …

Salman Rushdie Returns to Literary Spotlight with Memoir Detailing Violent Attack

New York, United States – Renowned author Salman Rushdie has made a remarkable return to the literary world with the launch of his highly anticipated memoir, “Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder.” This compelling novel delves into the harrowing period of Rushdie’s life that began with a vicious attack as he was preparing to deliver a lecture on free speech at the Chautauqua Institution in New York state on August 12, 2022. During the attack, …