The White Tiger

*The White Tiger* is a novel by Aravind Adiga, published in 2008, that explores themes of class struggle and social inequality in India. It tells the story of Balram Halwai, a poor villager who rises to become a successful entrepreneur by navigating the corrupt and oppressive systems around him. Through Balram's journey, the book critiques the stark divide between wealth and poverty in Indian society. It won the Man Booker Prize and highlights broader issues of ambition, morality, and the desire for freedom in a rapidly changing world. The narrative is both gritty and darkly humorous.