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Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder

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NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST • 1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER • From Booker Prize winner Salman Rushdie, a searing, deeply personal account of enduring—and surviving—an attempt on his life thirty years after the fatwa that was ordered against him A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: The New York Times Book Review, The New Yorker, Time, NPR, Town & Country, New York Post, Chicago Public Library, Kirkus Reviews On the morning of August 12, 2022, Salman Rushdie was standing onstage at the Chautauqua Institution, preparing to give a lecture on the importance of keeping writers safe from harm, when a man in black—black clothes, black mask—rushed down the aisle toward him, wielding a knife. His first thought: So it’s you. Here you are. What followed was a horrific act of violence that shook the literary world and beyond. Now, for the first time, and in unforgettable detail, Rushdie relives the traumatic events of that day and its aftermath, as well as his journey toward physical recovery and the healing that was made possible by the love and support of his wife, Eliza, his family, his army of doctors and physical therapists, and his community of readers worldwide. Knife is Rushdie at the peak of his powers, writing with urgency, with gravity, with unflinching honesty. It is also a deeply moving reminder of literature’s capacity to make sense of the unthinkable, an intimate and life-affirming meditation on life, loss, love, art—and finding the strength to stand up again. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Random House


Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 16, 2024


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 224 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0593730240


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 49


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.73 x 0.91 x 8.53 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #46,863 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #50 in Censorship & Politics #71 in Author Biographies #530 in Memoirs (Books)


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    • a life revisited
Format: Kindle
I had not read any of Salman Rushdie’s books before I saw and bought Knife. Of course I knew who he was and the fatwa but those were passing stories which did not touch my world. What a mistake I made but I have time to ready it and read more. Rushdie’s story flows with grace and a strong truth as to the facts of his attack and the aftermath but is never sentimental nor cloying. There’s no begging for sympathy, no oh poor me. But beautifully crafted sentences which flow back and forward through the relevant parts of his life to the well set conclusion. All may be forgiven, made peace perhaps but certainly not forgotten. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2024 by C. Wakefield
    • Compelling
Format: Hardcover
well written, and enjoyable to read, as are all of his best. Not sure he's fully dealt with it yet, some bits didn't ring true. It's a hard path I'd wish on exactly NO ONE. To pull even a minor gem from it is a triumph. Admiration and applause.
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2025 by Aurora
    • Highly recommended.
Format: Hardcover
A terrifying read, in some ways--and an uplifting read in others.
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2025 by Maurice Austin
    • Good Read - Insight into Modern Times that We are Living In
Format: Hardcover
Excellent writer. Takes you through the mental, psychological and physical journey of a knife attack. Easy to read, and captivating. Good insight to the author's life. I remember when all of this happened.
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2025 by Trixie
    • An authentic and reflective memoir of battling intolerance
Format: Hardcover
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KNIFE: Meditations After an Attempted Murder | Salman Rushdie, Random House (2024) 224p Salman Rushdie’s "KNIFE" emerges not merely as a memoir following a profound personal crisis but as a meditative, philosophical exploration of violence, survival, and the indomitable spirit of the word against the sword. With "KNIFE," Rushdie again demonstrates why he remains one of our most crucial voices against the fascism of certainty. Rushdie’s self-reflections are neither deep nor profound. He is a much better writer than he is a thinker. His orthodox critical theory genuflections grow tiresome. But as a survivor on the front lines in the battle for free minds, he’s a hero. The book’s 224 pages are not just a recounting of the horrific attack on Rushdie but introspection and interrogation of the forces that continue to shape our discourse around freedom of speech and extremism. Was In "KNIFE," Rushdie’s narrative weaves through the personal and the universal, tying his near-fatal encounter to the ongoing global struggle against authoritarianism and fanaticism. His prose, as ever, is sharp, incisive, and earnest. He doesn’t just recount the event but uses it as a lens to scrutinize the nature of hate, the burden of fear, and the courage it takes to speak one's truth in the face of potential annihilation. Rushdie’s latest work is compelling in its refusal to concede to despair. His meditations on the knife, both as a physical object that nearly ended his life and as a symbol of broader cultural and religious conflicts, serve as a poignant reminder of the stakes involved in the battle for artistic and intellectual liberty. Rushdie also addresses a particularly controversial aspect surrounding the aftermath of his attack— reactions like that of ex-President Jimmy Carter, whom Rushdie correctly notes offered an undue defense of his assailant. Rushdie's engagement with Carter's stance is a rebuttal and a deeper inquiry into how narratives are shaped after violence against public figures. He questions the implications of empathizing with a perpetrator of violence and the danger of diminishing the severity of such acts through well-intended yet misdirected advocacy. The irony of Rushdie, a member of the established woke literati, getting attacked by a terrorist and then having his fellow travelers defend them does not get a robust reflection. It does not prompt Rushdie to consider that his worldview has helped radicalize, not subvert, the attacker. In conclusion, "KNIFE" is a significant cultural and literary contribution that deserves a place on the bookshelf of anyone who values the power of the written word to challenge, transform, and transcend even the most dire circumstances. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2024 by FH FH
    • An American story of survival and love
Format: Kindle
Salman Rushdie writes with such strength and depth. He shows the world he has survived and shares his success with everyone who played a part. Even as his body struggled to mend, his brilliance and intellectual level remained in tact. I have read countless stories of survival against all odds and have witnessed several examples. Salman, while painting a portrait of the events, made you want to be more educated; more conscious of the world around us; more open to the possibilities of life. To anyone who may be considering choosing this book, please make this choice. You will come to know a truly compassionate and resilient man who has had the great fortune to find the love of his life. That is the message of the book entitle The Knife. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024 by Karen A. Mitchell
    • Glad I read it because it was recommended.
Format: Hardcover
Interesting impact on a local community
Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2026 by Helen Dj.
    • Great Book
Format: Hardcover
So interesting, couldn’t put it down.
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2025 by Sandi

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