Knife : Meditations After An Attempted Murder Hardcover

Author: Salman Rushdie

Genre: Non-fiction / Memoir / Autobiography / Literary Criticism

Publisher: HAMISH HAMILTON

ISBN: 9780670099580

In Knife: Meditations After An Attempted Murder, Salman Rushdie delivers an unflinching and profoundly moving account of the 2022 stabbing attack that nearly claimed his life. This memoir transcends a mere recounting of events, evolving into a powerful meditation on survival, resilience, and the enduring fight for free speech. Rushdie confronts the violence with his characteristic intellectual rigor and wit, exploring the aftermath of the assault, the arduous journey of recovery, and the profound impact on his life and work. He delves into the nature of fanaticism, the solace found in love and literature, and the unyielding spirit that defines his existence. Knife is a testament to the power of words against brutality, a courageous defense of artistic freedom, and a deeply personal reflection on what it means to live, create, and resist in the face of existential threat. It is a vital and urgent work from one of the world’s most celebrated literary figures.