Fighting for justice in a corrupt society from "summary" of Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts
In the chaotic streets of Mumbai, where corruption thrives like a poisonous vine, the very notion of justice seems like a distant dream. The powerful prey on the weak, the rich exploit the poor, and the law is nothing but a tool in the hands of the unscrupulous. In such a society, fighting for justice is not just an act of bravery, but a radical rebellion against the established order. Those who dare to challenge the status quo do so at great risk to their own lives. The forces of corruption are deeply entrenched, their roots reaching into every aspect of society. To stand up against them is to invite danger, to court disaster, and yet, there are those who refuse to bow down, who refuse to accept the injustice that surrounds them. In the heart of this maelstrom stands Lin, a man with a troubled past and a fierce sense of righteousness. His own experiences have taught him the harsh realities of life in a corrupt society, but they have also instilled in him a deep-seated desire to make things right. Despite the odds stacked against him, Lin is determined to fight for...
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