The White Tiger

Balram Halwai is a complicated man. Servant. Philosopher. Entrepreneur. Murderer. Over the course of seven nights, Balram tells us the terrible and transfixing story of how he came to be a success in life—having nothing but his own wits to help him along. And with a charisma as undeniable as it is unexpected, Balram teaches us that religion creates virtue, and money doesn't solve every problem—but decency can still be found in a corrupt world, and you can get what you want out of life if you eavesdrop on the right conversations.

Amoral, irreverent, deeply endearing, and utterly contemporary, this novel is a startling, provocative debut.

Endorsements

A New York Times bestseller.

An Indie Next list pick.

A book of the year, 2008 — The Sunday Times (London).

A best business book of 2008 — Fast Company.

A best book of the year — Newsday.

A favorite read of the year — USA Today.