Rushdie, Salman
Joseph Anton
- ISBN 13:
- 9788490324462
- author:
- Rushdie, Salman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Debolsillo
- language:
- Spanish
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 318
- Dimensions:
- 13 x 13 centimetres
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Salman Rushdie's memoirs recount the author's life from the day he was sentenced to death by Ayatollah Khomeini for his novel 'The Satanic Verses' and had to go into hiding under the pseudonym Joseph Anton. This autobiography covers the pivotal years of Rushdie's life, including his time in exile after 1988, when his novel sparked a fierce controversy that led to protests, book burnings, and even death threats. Rushdie recounts the period of fear and frustration he endured during this tumultuous decade, where rumors and stories about his life were spread widely. He shares his own account of what happened during this time, offering a unique perspective on the events that shaped his life. The author's experiences during this period are marked by tension, danger, and ultimately, survival. A powerful and thought-provoking memoir, 'Joseph Anton' is a personal and introspective work that sheds light on one of the most significant controversies of our time.
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