An Evening with Salman Rushdie

Wednesday, October 12, 2011, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: Free, ticket required*
Location: Finney Chapel (directions)

The author of 10 novels, three works of non-fiction, and a book of short stories, Sir Salman Rushdie has acquired both critical acclaim and international controversy for his writing. Accusations of blasphemy against Islam followed the publication of his 1988 novel, The Satanic Verses, and an ensuing death sentence by Ayatollah Khomeini forced Rushdie into hiding for several years. He has collected numerous awards and honors, among them a knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II in 2007. Rushdie has adapted works for the stage, and his books have been translated into more than 40 languages. His 1981 novel, Midnight’s Children, was recently named the Best of the Booker, securing his spot as the top winner in the award’s 40-year history.

*Sponsored by the Finney Lecture Committee and the Andrew Bongiorno Lectureship

“Rushdie helps us escape from the present into a dreamlike past that ultimately makes us more aware of the dangers and illusions of our everyday lives.”

Chicago Tribune

*Free tickets available from CTS starting September 26 for patrons with OCID. Limited tickets available to the general public. Send SASE to request in advance by September 19. Tickets for the general public have been sold out.