Maximum City: Bombay Lost and Found
of Suketu Mehta
Description
A native of Bombay, Suketu Mehta gives us an insiderâs view of this stunning metropolis. He approaches the city from unexpected angles, taking us into the criminal underworld of rival Muslim and Hindu gangs; following the life of a bar dancer raised amid poverty and abuse; opening the door into the inner sanctums of Bollywood; and delving into the stories of the countless villagers who come in search of a better life and end up living on the sidewalks.
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- Format Paperback
- Pages 542 pages
- Publisher Vintage
- Publication Date September 27th 2005
- First Publication 10/29/04
- Language English
- ISBN 9780375703409
- Edition Not informed
- Category History & Politics
- Scenario ['Bombay (India)']
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