The Satanic Verses
Salman Rushdie’s controversial 1989 novel The Satanic Verses appears here as a collectible first-edition hardback, its striking dust jacket still bright on the shelf. Published by Penguin Books Ltd, this 560-page fiction epic blends magical realism with searing social commentary, instantly placing the Booker-shortlisted author at the center of global debate.
The book itself remains solid and tidy: pages are clean, corners sharp, binding tight, and no ex-library marks or dog-eared interruptions interrupt the reading flow. A gentle amber toning to the paper and a few small edge tears on the jacket confirm its vintage status while confirming careful, smoke-free storage.
Measuring 236 mm tall and weighing just under a kilo, this hardcover makes a handsome addition to any adult fiction or modern first-edition collection. Whether you’re hunting a key literary milestone or a thought-provoking novel to read, this 1988 Booker Prize finalist delivers both intellectual weight and collectible presence.
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