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In heist-like narratives that span six nights, Balram Halwai, a lowly servant, recounts how his wits and relentless ambition propelled him from poverty to triumphant success in Indian business. The book exposes the harsh realities and moral compromises that accompany a climb up the socio‑economic ladder.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Aravind Adiga
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