Questions About 魔鬼詩篇 [Mo gui shi pian]

by Salman Rushdie

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why the satanic verses was banned ??

Sarosh Because iron age mind sets are intolerant of fictional writing and free thought/speech.

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when a novel is controversial enough to cause deaths and death threats I start doubting the author's talent, so could someone answer me honestly and impartially, is this controversial novel actually a good piece of fiction or is it just going to anger me as a Muslim is I tried to read it and add nothing good?

Darran Summerfield Getting angry at a work of fiction says more about the reader than it does about the fiction

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Hey fellow readers, does anyone know of a 'Cliffsnotes' version of this book? First off, I am 39 y/o and NOT reading this as an assignment. Just getting though some classics. I am having a bit of trouble understanding the dream sequences and the names are difficult for an American guy (I m listening to it on audio. I found a guide on B&N for 10$ on the kindle....a bit too pricey for me. Any suggestions! Thanks!

Leon Story There's an extended essay, really a book, by Paul Brians, a professor at Washington State University. It lists and describes characters, explains some…moreThere's an extended essay, really a book, by Paul Brians, a professor at Washington State University. It lists and describes characters, explains some historical references, and mentions connections between the several interwoven plots. This should be just about what you want. (None the less, some parts of the novel, esp. section VII "The Angel Azreel", require patience and careful reading.) You should be able to search for Brians's piece online.(less)

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Is this book only read by people because it’s controversial or do people read it because it is actually good? I don’t believe those two are the same. I struggled with the first 40 pages before giving up and maybe it just isn’t a fantastically written book?

Brendan Davis I saw a reviewer say that you need a strong knowledge of the Koran and understanding of the faith, in order to appreciate or understand the novel. His…moreI saw a reviewer say that you need a strong knowledge of the Koran and understanding of the faith, in order to appreciate or understand the novel. His writing style is compelling but without that religious understanding, it’s not going to be worth reading a 600+ page book. I gave up. The controversy - the first secular Muslim author to gain popularity in western culture, and Iran smarting from the 1980s war-loss to Iraq and it’s need to find a scapegoat writing about the religion- really is the main attraction to the book. It’s a “just ok” book, but the controversy gives it longevity.(less)

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Can somebody give me an idea on why this book is banned in India?