Iconic author Salman Rushdie has had a price on his head for over three decades. Translators and an editor of his work have been attacked - some have been killed. Rushdie himself lived in hiding for a decade, and travels with armed security. But this past weekend, an attack at an event has left him with critical injuries. In today's deep dive, we'll explain everything you need to know about the fatwa on Salman Rushdie.And if you learnt something new from today's episode don't forget to give us five stars and subscribe, wherever you do your podcast listening!Up and offer T&Cs @ up.com.au/terms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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