The White Tiger in Around the World in 80 Books

Feb 13, 2013 Kent Winward rated it really liked it

A compelling tale of servant turned entrepreneur in a modern India, via murder. The insidiousness of the "rooster coop" of servitude and its warping of human relationships up and down the social structure is a strong thematic thread. The main character follows the "civilizing" path of economic development in a microcosm of human history. The murder jars and exposes all of the flaws of the caste system, in which the only way out is murder. Enslavement has rarely been overcome without bloodshed an ...more

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Sep 22, 2009 Efe rated it it was amazing

Shelves: 2010-book-challenge

Even though it says 4 stars, I really gave this book 4.5. I walked into the bookstore and asked for a recommendation for people who enjoy the work of Junot Diaz. The guy behind the counter suggested White Tiger, and while I am not necessarily sure I agree with him, it was a great choice. It was candid, funny and brutally truthful. It really rang true, especially for someone who grew up in a developing country. Highly recommended

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Sep 08, 2011 Suzanne rated it liked it

Honestly, I don't know what to say about this book. I've debated 1-5 stars and am compromising at 3. It will certainly be a lively discussion in tomorrow's book club! ...more

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Apr 24, 2013 Tanya rated it liked it

Shelves: format-audiobook, list-1001-btrbyd, 2013

Reading the reviews for this book was more entertaining & educational than the book itself. I got tired of hearing several phrases repeated by the narrator/driver...I could care less how often he wanted to "dip his beak" and I didn't like the overuse of the term, "sister-f'r" either. The book seemed to take much longer than necessary...especially listening to it on audio. ...more

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