Salman Rushdie brings a book to a knife fight

In August 2022, author Salman Rushdie was brutally stabbed during a speaking appearance, and though he survived, he lost one eye and the use of one hand — but mind, humour and irreverence were maintained. In an extended interview, CBC’s Nahlah Ayed spoke to Rushdie about the attack, using words as a weapon and freedom of expression. 00:00 ‘If you’re caught in a knife fight’ 03:08 An attack and the aftermath 07:29 The assailant 13:55 Past and future collide 18:07 The fatwa’s shadow 20:04 Freedom of expression 23:37 Religion 29:40 A world war of stories #interview #salmanrushdie #author Watch The National live on YouTube starting at 9 p.m. ET Subscribe to The National: https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNa... More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault and Ian Hanomansing, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are.