Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie
The novel follows two Indian actors who miraculously survive a plane explosion, and as a result, find themselves embodying good and evil. As they navigate their new identities, the story also delves into the life of a prophet and his creation of a new religion in a city of sand. The narrative is a blend of fantasy and reality, exploring themes of identity, religion, and the immigrant experience, while also providing a controversial interpretation of Islamic faith and the life of Prophet Muhammad.
The 478th greatest book of all time
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- 55th on Radcliffe's 100 Best Novels (Radcliffe Publishing Course)
- 25 acclaimed international writers choose 25 of the best books from the last 25 years (Wasafiri Magazine)
- Costa Book Award - Best Novel (Costa Coffee)
- 50 Books to (Re-)Read at 50 (nextavenue)
- The 100 Best Books in the World (AbeBooks.de (in German))
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- A Century of Reading (Lithub)
- The Booklist Century: 100 Books, 100 Years (BookList)