78 pages • 2 hours read
Salman RushdieHaroun and the Sea of Stories
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1990A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Haroun and the Sea of Stories by Salman Rushdie follows Haroun Khalifa, whose father, Rashid, loses his storytelling ability after his wife leaves him. Haroun discovers a water genie named Iff has taken Rashid's gift and travels with Iff to the moon Kahani to retrieve it. There, they confront the evil ruler Khattam-Shud, who plans to silence all stories. Haroun ultimately restores his father's creativity and his family's happiness.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Rushdie's Haroun and the Sea of Stories is praised for its imaginative narrative and vibrant storytelling, appealing to both children and adults. Reviewers appreciate its whimsical prose and underlying themes of freedom of speech and the power of storytelling. However, some criticize its simplicity and predictability. Overall, it's considered a charming and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Haroun and the Sea of Stories?
A reader who enjoys Haroun and the Sea of Stories by Salman Rushdie would likely appreciate whimsical and imaginative tales, much like fans of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series or Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Ideal for those who savor rich allegorical narratives and magical realism within a fantastical framework.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
940LBook Details
Magical Realism
Fantasy
Allegory / Fable / Parable
Identity: Language
Values/Ideas: Literature
Society: Politics & Government
History: Asian