Beyond The Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo
Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity
Set in the bustling slums of Mumbai, this narrative non-fiction work delves into the lives of several residents striving to improve their circumstances amidst extreme poverty and corruption. Through the eyes of characters like Abdul, a young garbage sorter, and Asha, an aspiring slumlord, the story paints a vivid picture of the harsh realities and dreams that coexist in the shadow of India's economic boom. The book offers a poignant exploration of resilience, ambition, and the complex interplay of hope and despair in a rapidly changing world.
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- Published
- 2012
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 250-300
- Original Language
- English
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