The Satanic Verses
by Salman Rushdie
The Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie holds a well received rating of 3.71 out of 5, based on 37.4K reader ratings. First published in 1988. The book spans 561 pages.
About The Satanic Verses
Just before dawn one winter's morning, a hijacked jetliner explodes above the English Channel. Through the falling debris, two figures, Gibreel Farishta, the biggest star in India, and Saladin Chamcha, an expatriate returning from his first visit to Bombay in fifteen years, plummet from the sky, washing up on the snow-covered sands of an English beach, and proceed through a series of metamorphoses, dreams, and revelations. --back cover
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Salman Rushdie |
| Published | 1988 |
| Pages | 561 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Fantasy, Religion & Spirituality, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.71 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 37,354 |
Reader Ratings & Analysis
Rating Overview
How It Compares
Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is The Satanic Verses?
The Satanic Verses is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Fantasy, Religion & Spirituality. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Satanic Verses worth reading?
Based on 37.4K reader ratings, The Satanic Verses has an average score of 3.71 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Satanic Verses?
The Satanic Verses has 561 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Satanic Verses?
The Satanic Verses was written by Salman Rushdie. It was first published in 1988.
What is the ISBN for The Satanic Verses?
The ISBN-13 for The Satanic Verses is 9780312270830.0.
Data sourced from community book ratings and reviews. Last updated: April 15, 2026
