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The Myth and Magic of Shantaram : A Journey Through Bombay’s Underworld

One of the most enduring debates surrounding the book is how much of it is true. Roberts, who did escape from prison and lived in Mumbai’s slums, has clarified that while the story is "informed by a powerful stream of real experience," it is ultimately a work of fiction . "SHANTARAM" by Gregory David Roberts - Teen Ink Shantaram

Few novels have captured the gritty, chaotic, and soul-stirring essence of India as vividly as Gregory David Roberts’s Shantaram . Part philosophical treatise, part high-stakes thriller, and part travelogue, the 900-plus page epic has become a literary rite of passage for travelers and dreamers alike since its 2003 release. The Story: From Convict to "Man of Peace" The Myth and Magic of Shantaram : A