Haroun and the Sea of Stories

<p><b>Discover Haroun and the Sea of Stories, Salman Rushdie’s classic fantasy novel</b></p> <p><b>&nbsp;</b>Set in an exotic Eastern landscape peopled by magicians and fantastic talking animals, Salman Rushdie's classic children's novel <b>Haroun and the Sea of Stories</b> inhabits the same imaginative space as <b>The Lord of the Rings</b>, <b>The Alchemist</b>, and <b>The Wizard of Oz</b>. In this captivating work of fantasy from the author of <b>Midnight’s Children</b> and <b>The Enchantress of Florence</b>, Haroun sets out on an adventure to restore the poisoned source of the sea of stories. On the way, he encounters many foes, all intent on draining the sea of all its storytelling powers.&nbsp;Also look for Salman Rushdie’s next book, <b>Joseph Anton: A Memoir</b>, coming fall 2012.&nbsp;“Though there is darkness and silence at the center of Chup, most of <i>Haroun and the Sea of Stories</i> is full of comic energy and lively verbal invention. . . .Though [the book] is sure to be enjoyed by children, it also contains amusements for adults.” — <i>The New York Times</i></p> <p>The author of The Satanic Verses returns with his most humorous and accessible novel yet. This is the story of Haroun, a 12-year-old boy whose father Rashid is the greatest storyteller in a city so sad that it has forgotten its name. When the gift of gab suddenly deserts Rashid, Haroun sets out on an adventure to rescue his print. </p>

Author(s): Salman Rushdie  

ISBN 10: 0140157379
ISBN 13: 9780140157376
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback
Publication: November 1991