Books matching: mumbai slums
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'Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity' by Katherine Boo is a narrative nonfiction book that provides a vivid portrayal of life in the slums of Mumbai, specifically in Annawadi. The book follows the struggles of the inhabitants living in extreme poverty, facing corruption, violence, and squalor. Through detailed storytelling and extensive research, Boo delves into the daily realities and challenges faced by the residents, offering a haunting glimpse into their lives.
The book is praised for its unique narrative style that reads like fiction, despite being nonfiction. Boo's writing is described as gripping and immersive, allowing readers to connect with the characters and empathize with their hardships. The author's ability to present the harsh truths of life in the Mumbai slums with authenticity and depth leaves a lasting impact on readers, challenging their perspectives on poverty, corruption, and survival.
Let it keep, the moment when Officer Fish Lips met Abdul in the police station. Rewind, see Abdul running backward, away from the station and the airport, toward home. See the flames engulfing a disab...- #2
Save:The Secrets Between Us follows the story of Bhima, a poor woman living in a Mumbai slum, who forms an unlikely friendship and business partnership with Parvati, another elderly woman. The book explores themes of poverty, friendship, women's strength, and societal divides in modern-day India. Through the characters of Bhima and Parvati, the author delves into the struggles and resilience of women living in challenging circumstances, shedding light on the harsh realities of life in the slums of Mumbai.
Umrigar's writing style is described as captivating, thought-provoking, and full of compassion. The narrative is praised for its descriptive storytelling that brings both the characters and the setting of India vividly alive in the reader's mind. The book addresses complex topics such as poverty, class, friendship, and the impact of societal norms on women's lives, offering a compelling and emotionally engaging story.
Even as the first light of the day filters in through the crack where the tin roof meets the horizontal planks of the hovel, she makes no move to get up from the mattress on the mud floor. There is no... - #3
Save:Selection Day by Aravind Adiga is a novel set in Mumbai, India, revolving around the lives of two brothers, Manju and Radha Kumar, who are pushed by their overbearing father to become professional cricketers. The book explores themes of family expectations, sibling rivalry, societal pressures, and the pursuit of individual identity amidst a backdrop of cricket obsession in India. Adiga's writing style delves into the complexities of modern Indian life and the impact of cricket as a metaphor for the country's social and political landscape.
