Salman Rushdie to Release Memoir on Surviving 2022 Knife Attack

The acclaimed author recounts his near-fatal experience and reflects on the ongoing threats against his life.

Salman Rushdie's new memoir, 'Knife,' details his recovery and thoughts following a 2022 stabbing at a New York literary event.
Rushdie was attacked during a speech, resulting in severe injuries including loss of sight in one eye and impaired hand function.
The attacker, influenced by extremist views, was surprised Rushdie survived the assault.
In his memoir, Rushdie addresses his ordeal as a symbol of the risks faced by those who challenge extremist ideologies.
The publication of 'Knife' coincides with the delayed trial of his assailant, bringing renewed attention to the case.