“Do you know the story of the scorpion and the frog? You know, the frog agrees to carry the scorpion across the river, because the scorpion promises not to sting him. And then the scorpion stings the frog, half way across the river. The drowning frog asks him why he did it, when they'll both drown, and the scorpion says that he's a scorpion, and it's his nature to sting.”
Shantaram is a richly detailed novel that follows the journey of an escaped Australian prisoner who finds himself in the chaotic and dangerous streets of Bombay. The story delves into the complexities of human nature, the allure of danger, and the quest for self-discovery. The protagonist's transformation from a fugitive to a man seeking redemption is at the heart of this compelling narrative. more
Gregory David Roberts is an Australian author best known for his autobiographical novel 'The Shawshank Redemption.' This novel was later adapted into a successful film, becoming a classic. Born on June 1, 1952, Roberts' life has been marked by adventure and challenge. more
“I think that we all, each one of us, we all have to earn our future.”