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Last Man in Tower

by Aravind Adiga
Last Man in Tower - Thryft
Last Man in Tower - Thryft

A gripping tale of resistance and ambition in Mumbai.

This book would be a good read for someone who enjoys stories that delve into the conflicts between modern development and the lives of ordinary people. Through the characters' refusal to leave their home in the face of wealth and progress, the book explores themes of community, identity, and the power of greed. The author's writing style paints a vivid picture of the bustling city of Mumbai, making it feel like a character itself. Overall, Last Man in Tower offers a thought-provoking and immersive reading experience.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Last Man in Tower

by Aravind Adiga
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ISBN: 9781848875197
Authors: Aravind Adiga
Publisher: Atlantic Books (UK)
Date of Publication: 2012-02-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Literature
Goodreads rating: 3.56
(rated by 7615 readers)

Description

21st Century Mumbai is a city of new money and soaring real estate, and property kingpin Dharmen Shah has grand plans for its future. His offer to buy and tear down a weathered tower block, making way for luxury apartments, will make each of its residents rich - if all agree to sell. But not everyone wants to leave...
 

A gripping tale of resistance and ambition in Mumbai.

This book would be a good read for someone who enjoys stories that delve into the conflicts between modern development and the lives of ordinary people. Through the characters' refusal to leave their home in the face of wealth and progress, the book explores themes of community, identity, and the power of greed. The author's writing style paints a vivid picture of the bustling city of Mumbai, making it feel like a character itself. Overall, Last Man in Tower offers a thought-provoking and immersive reading experience.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.