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Languages of Truth

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Languages of Truth by Salman Rushdie is a collection of essays exploring themes of art, culture, and storytelling. Rushdie reflects on the power of language and fiction, delving into the role of writers and the impact of their words. Through insightful commentary, he examines the cultural and political landscapes that influence our understanding of truth and narrative.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the evolution of storytelling and the creative process, especially through the lens of a celebrated author. It offers a blend of essays and reflections on literature, culture, and the power of language, making it a fascinating read for those who love exploring the intersection of arts and society.

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Languages of Truth

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A collection of the finest essays by the Best of the Booker winner, following on from his much-acclaimed Step Across This Line.

From Best of the Booker winner, Salman Rushdie, an incisive and inspiring collection of non-fiction essays, criticism, and speeches that takes readers on a thrilling journey through the evolution of language and culture.

'One of the greatest writers of our age' β€” Neil Gaiman

Across a wide variety of subjects, Rushdie delves into the nature of storytelling as a deeply human need, and what emerges is a love letter to literature itself. Throughout, he shares his personal encounters, on the page and in person, with storytellers from Shakespeare to Toni Morrison and revels in the creative lines that can join art and life. Rushdie considers, too, the nature of truth and looks afresh at migration, multiculturalism, and censorship.

'Essential reading... Powerful' β€” Financial Times

'Rushdie is vital, expansive, the critic as storyteller, championing his subjects with gusto' β€” TLS

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Salman Rushdie's Languages of Truth is praised for its vibrant and expansive style, with critics noting his ability to weave storytelling with deep cultural insights. The book is considered essential reading for its exploration of universal stories and shared heritage, resonating powerfully in today's divided world. Reviewers commend it as a standout work of Rushdie's nonfiction, highlighting his erudite and witty writing, which promises good things to come.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529111996

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Salman Rushdie is the author of sixteen novels, including Midnight's Children (for which he won the Booker Prize and the Best of the Booker), The Satanic Verses, and Quichotte (which was shortlisted for the Booker Prize). A former president of PEN American Center, Rushdie was knighted in 2007 for services to literature and was made a Companion of Honour in the Queen's last Birthday Honours list in 2022.

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