Renowned author Salman Rushdie faced a terrifying cancer scare following a brutal stabbing incident that left him critically injured. The 76-year-old writer, known for his controversial and award-winning novels, was attacked onstage during a lecture in New York state in August 2022, undergoing extensive surgery and a lengthy hospital stay.
During his recovery, Rushdie went for a routine prostate exam, only to receive alarming news from doctors about a suspicious lump. In his new book ‘Knife: Meditations After An Attempted Murder’, he expressed shock and disbelief at the prospect of facing cancer after surviving a murder attempt. However, further tests revealed that the lump was not cancerous, but likely caused by a urinary tract infection.
The relief of the false alarm came after months of uncertainty and fear, adding to the already traumatic experience of the stabbing incident. Rushdie also revealed that he had a premonition of the attack in a chilling dream just days before it occurred, contemplating cancelling the event but ultimately deciding to go on with it.
The author’s resilience and courage in the face of adversity have been evident throughout his life, and this latest ordeal serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of staying strong in the face of challenges. Rushdie’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the unpredictability of fate.