Luka and the Fire of Life by Salman Rushdie Book Signing November 16, 2010

On the release date of his newest book, Luka and the Fire of Life, Salman Rushdie will stop at our store to sign copies from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Pop on over and get your new book signed by one of the most celebrated authors of our time. Please note that due to time constraints, Mr. Rushdie will only be able to sign books purchased at the signing.

About the book:
Luka's adventure begins one beautiful starry night in the land of Alifbay, where a terrible thing happens: Luka's father, Rashid, the legendary storyteller of Kahani, falls suddenly and inexplicably into a sleep so deep that nothing and no one can rouse him. To save him from slipping away entirely, Luka must embark on a journey through the world of magic with his loyal companions, Bear (the dog) and Dog (the bear). Together they encounter a slew of fantastical creatures, strange allies, and challenging obstacles—all in the hopes of stealing the Fire of Life, a seemingly impossible and exceedingly treacherous task but one that must be done in order to save the life of Luka's father. Written for Rushdie's youngest son, Milan, this is a classic quest myth exploring the relationships between fathers and sons, life and death, the real and the imagined, freedom and authority. Filled with frolicking wordplay and unexpected twists, and fueled by the power of words and the imagination, Luka and the Fire of Life is Salman Rushdie at his best.

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