Description
Salman Rushdie's *Shame* plunges readers into the surreal landscape of Q, a nation "at a slight angle to reality," mirroring the tumultuous history of Pakistan. Through a nameless narrator in London, the novel weaves a magical realist tapestry of political intrigue, familial curses, and the pervasive nature of shame itself. It satirizes the reigns of fictionalized leaders Iskander Harappa and Raza Hyder, exploring profound themes of partition, duality, and the deep-seated misogyny within patriarchal structures. Rushdie's signature blend of myth, history, and biting wit creates a powerful and unforgettable narrative.
Available Editions
paperback
Macmillan
Published Dec 1, 2000
324 pages
ISBN: 9780312270933
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Details
First Published
1983
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Shame by Salman Rushdie.