I can give you a really brief synopsis, and suggest that you read the book at a later date because it's FRIGGIN OUTSTANDING. Rushdie actually describes them really well, if I can find the parts I'll either post them or email them to you. It looks like they're omitted from preview on Google Books. Saladin has massive horns and a tail and glowing eyes and an enormous erect penis. Of course, I'd remember that description most clearly heh.