Resisting the temptations of the past from "summary" of Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts
The struggle to resist the temptations of the past is a battle that many of us face throughout our lives. It is a constant tug-of-war between the person we once were and the person we are trying to become. In 'Shantaram', this theme is explored through the character development of Lin, who is constantly grappling with his past choices and the consequences they have had on his present life. Lin is a complex character who has a dark and troubled past, filled with violence and crime. Throughout the novel, he is faced with numerous opportunities to revert back to his old ways, to give in to the temptations that once defined him. However, Lin is determined to break free from his past and create a new life for hi...
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