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Who published The Satanic Verses?
Viking Penguin
The Satanic Verses was published by Viking Penguin on 26 September 1988 in the UK, and on 22 February 1989 in the US. Upon its publication the book garnered considerable critical acclaim in the United Kingdom. On 8 November 1988, the work received the Whitbread Award for novel of the year, worth £20,000.
When Salman Rushdie wrote Satanic Verses?
1988
The Satanic Verses, magic realist epic novel by British Indian writer Salman Rushdie that upon its publication in 1988 became one of the most controversial books in recent times.
How much is the book Satanic Verses worth?
US$ 10.99 Shipping Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good.
What is the theme of The Satanic Verses?
The main themes in The Satanic Verses include religion, good versus evil, and immigration and assimilation. Religion: The plot of the novel hinges on the miraculous survival of its heroes Gibreel and Saladin, yet Gibreel’s religious visions appear to be the result of madness, not faith.
Who is Salman Rushdie’s wife?
Padma Lakshmim. 2004–2007
Elizabeth Westm. 1997–2004Marianne Wigginsm. 1988–1993Clarissa Luardm. 1976–1987
Salman Rushdie/Wife
How many copies of Satanic Verses were sold?
746,949 copies
Item: Salman Rushdie’s death-defying novel, The Satanic Verses, sold 746,949 copies, putting this brilliant, difficult author near the neighborhood of Tom Clancy, Stephen King and Danielle Steel.
Why was the book The Satanic Verses banned?
Published in 1988, “The Satanic Verses” sparked worldwide controversy for its religious content and alleged blasphemy. The novel was banned in Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Somalia, Sudan, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Qatar, Indonesia, South Africa, and India in 1989 because of its criticism of Islam.
Who is Padma Lakshmi daughter?
Krishna Thea Lakshmi-Dell
Padma Lakshmi/Daughters
Padma Lakshmi currently lives with her 11-year-old daughter Krishna Thea. The host of Top Chef was previously married to novelist Salman Rushdie.
Who is Krishna Lakshmi father?
Adam R. Dell
Krishna Thea Lakshmi-Dell/Fathers
What is the genre of The Satanic Verses?
Novel
FictionMagical Realism
The Satanic Verses/Genres
What happened to Padma Lakshmi’s arm?
When Padma was just 14, she was involved in a car accident, which led to a gash on her arm. Now, it’s a seven-inch-long scar that she has talked about for years. In 2001, Padma wrote an essay for Vogue detailing the accident and how she had been in a car that had flown off the freeway and down a 40-foot embankment.