“Fate gives all of us three teachers, three friends, three enemies, and three great loves in our lives. But these twelve are always disguised, and we can never know which one is which until we’ve loved them, left them, or fought them.”
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
“We read books, talked books, argued over books and became dearer and dearer to one another.”
“You have sexual tendencies that are not normal, and you should be ashamed of them.”
“Demons are like obedient dogs; they come when they are called.”
“Jesus said love one another. He didn't say love the whole world.”