Haroun & The Sea Of Stories

Book Details

• Publisher: Penguin

• Author: Salman Rushdie

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9780140140439

• Pages: 224

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 1.0 inches

About the Book

Haroun and the Sea of Stories by Salman Rushdie is a delightful fantasy novel that can be enjoyed by readers of all ages. This 224-page paperback, published by Penguin in 2000, is Rushdie’s fourth book, and it reflects his personal connection to his son, to whom the novel is dedicated. The story follows Haroun, a young boy whose world is turned upside down by magical adventures.

Haroun’s father, Rashid, is a renowned storyteller, but when his wife, Soraya, is seduced by their neighbor, Rashid’s storytelling ability begins to fade. In a quest to restore his father’s imagination, Haroun embarks on a magical journey that takes him to the Sea of Stories, a wondrous place where stories are born. Along the way, he encounters Iff, the Water Genie, and discovers that a great battle is taking place between two rival kingdoms.

In his journey through the Sea of Stories, Haroun learns valuable lessons about the power of stories, imagination, and the importance of standing up for what is right. Written with Rushdie’s signature flair, Haroun and the Sea of Stories is a captivating, whimsical tale that also addresses deeper themes of political and personal freedom, making it a compelling read for both children and adults alike.