Shantaram by gregory david roberts
Shantaram by gregory david roberts
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The story begins with Lin arriving in Bombay on a forged passport, seeking anonymity and a fresh start. He befriends Prabaker, a cheerful local who names him "Shantaram," meaning "man of peace." Living in the city's slums, Lin establishes a free health clinic and immerses himself in the vibrant community. His journey leads him into the Bombay underworld, where he becomes involved in smuggling, fake passports, and gun-running. Lin's path also takes him to Afghanistan, where he fights alongside the Mujahideen against Soviet forces. Throughout his adventures, Lin grapples with themes of redemption, love, betrayal, and the search for belonging
About the Author
Gregory David Roberts is an Australian author, songwriter, and artist, best known for his bestselling novel Shantaram. Born Gregory John Peter Smith in 1952 in Melbourne, Australia, Roberts' early life was marked by personal turmoil, including a failed marriage and the loss of custody of his daughter. These events led him to heroin addiction and a life of crime. In 1978, he was convicted of armed robbery and sentenced to 19 years in prison. Roberts escaped from Pentridge Prison in 1980 and fled to India, where he lived as a fugitive for a decade. During this time, he became involved in various illicit activities, including counterfeiting and smuggling, while also establishing a free medical clinic for the impoverished residents of Mumbai's Dharavi slum.
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