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Joseph Anton : A Memoir (Paperback)
Nº de artículo:
185207676
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In-depth Insight
Joseph Anton provides a profound and personal look into Salman Rushdie's life during a tumultuous period, offering readers a unique perspective on art, identity, and freedom of expression.
Compelling Narrative
Written in a captivating narrative style, the memoir engages readers with vivid storytelling, making it not just informative but also an enjoyable literary experience.
Cultural Reflection
This memoir explores themes of exile, censorship, and the immigrant experience, resonating with a broad audience and prompting critical discussions about contemporary societal issues.
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- NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY San Francisco Chronicle - Newsweek/The Daily Beast - The Seattle Times - The Economist - Kansas City Star - BookPage On February 14, 1989, Valentine's Day, Salman Rushdie was telephoned by a BBC journalist and told that he had been sentenced to death by the Ayatollah Khomeini. For the first time he heard the word fatwa. His crime? To have written a novel called The Satanic Verses, which was accused of being against Islam, the Prophet and the Quran. So begins the extraordinary story of how a writer was forced underground, moving from house to house, with the constant presence of an armed police protection team. He was asked to choose an alias that the police could call him by. He thought of writers he loved and combinations of their names; then it came to him: Conrad and Chekhov--Joseph Anton. How do a writer and his family live with the threat of murder for more than nine years? How does he go on working? How does he fall in and out of love? How does despair shape his thoughts and actions, how and why does he stumble, how does he learn to fight back? In this remarkable memoir Rushdie tells that story for the first time; the story of one of the crucial battles, in our time, for freedom of speech. He talks about the sometimes grim, sometimes comic realities of living with armed policemen, and of the close bonds he formed with his protectors; of his struggle for support and understanding from governments, intelligence chiefs, publishers, journalists, and fellow writers; and of how he regained his freedom. It is a book of exceptional frankness and honesty, compelling, provocative, moving, and of vital importance. Because what happened to Salman Rushdie was the first act of a drama that is still unfolding somewhere in the world every day. Praise for Joseph Anton A harrowing, deeply felt and revealing document: an autobiographical mirror of the big, philosophical preoccupations that have animated Mr. Rushdie's work throughout his career.--Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times A splendid book, the finest . . . memoir to cross my desk in many a year.--Jonathan Yardley, The Washington Post Thoughtful and astute . . . an important book.--USA Today Compelling, affecting . . . demonstrates Mr. Rushdie's ability as a stylist and storytelle. . . . He reacted with great bravery and even heroism.--The Wall Street Journal Gripping, moving and entertaining . . . nothing like it has ever been written.--The Independent (UK) A thriller, an epic, a political essay, a love story, an ode to liberty.--Le Point (France) Action-packed . . . in a literary class by itself . . . Like Isherwood, Rushdie's eye is a camera lens --firmly placed in one perspective and never out of focus.--Los Angeles Review of Books Unflinchingly honest . . . an engrossing, exciting, revealing and often shocking book.--de Volkskrant (The Netherlands) One of the best memoirs you may ever read.--DNA (India) Extraordinary . . . Joseph Anton beautifully modulates between . . . moments of accidental hilarity, and the higher purpose Rushdie saw in opposing--at all costs--any curtailment on a writer's freedom.--The Boston Globe
| Book format | Paperback |
| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Literature & Fiction |
| Publication date | September, 2013 |
| Pages | 656 |
| Reading level | General/Trade |
| Edition | 1st THUS edition |
| Publisher | Random House Publishing Group |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | English |
| Occasion | Valentine's Day |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 7.99 x 1.39 x 8.00 Inches (20.3 x 3.5 x 20.3 cm) |
| Assembled product weight | 1.06 lb (480 grams) |
| Bisac subject heading | Biography & Autobiography, Political Science, Religion |
Who Should Buy?
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Literary Enthusiasts
Readers who deeply appreciate literary works and author experiences will find Rushdie's memoir profoundly engaging.
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History Buffs
Individuals interested in cultural and political history relating to free speech and censorship will benefit from this memoir.
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Students of Literature
Students studying postcolonial literature or modern narrative styles can gain insights from Rushdie's unique storytelling approach.
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Casual Readers
Individuals looking for light reading may find the depth and complexity of this memoir challenging and slow-paced.
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Non-Fiction Avoiders
Readers who prefer fiction or purely narrative-driven stories may struggle to engage with the memoir format.
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Action Seekers
Those seeking fast-paced plots and thrilling adventures will likely be disappointed by the reflective nature of this book.
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What is the main subject of the book?
Respuesta: The book narrates Salman Rushdie's experience of living under a fatwa after the publication of 'The Satanic Verses' and his battle for freedom of speech. -
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Is this book purely autobiographical?
Respuesta: Yes, it is a memoir recounting Rushdie's personal experiences, struggles, and reflections during his years in hiding. -
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What themes does the memoir explore?
Respuesta: The memoir explores themes of identity, freedom of speech, love, despair, and the impact of political and religious extremism.
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características y beneficios
- Named one of the best books of the year by multiple prestigious publications.
- Chronicles Salman Rushdie's extraordinary life after being sentenced to death.
- Explores themes of freedom of speech and the personal struggle against oppression.
- Offers a candid look at life in hiding with armed protection.
- Includes deep reflections on love, despair, and the fight for literary freedom.
- A powerful memoir that remains relevant to ongoing global issues.