Aravind Adiga

"The story of a poor man's life is written on his body, in a sharp pen."

Aravind Adiga was born in Madras in 1974. He studied at Columbia and Oxford Universities. A former India correspondent for Time magazine, his articles have also appeared in publications like the Financial Times, the Independent and the Sunday Times. Adiga won the 2008 Man Booker Prize for The White Tiger.

What genre does Aravind Adiga write in?

He is primarily a novelist of contemporary fiction, often addressing social and economic issues in India; he has also worked as a journalist.

Which book is a good place to start with his work?

Begin with The White Tiger, his most famous novel and the 2008 Man Booker Prize winner. Another recent acclaimed novel is Amnesty, which was shortlisted for the 2021 Miles Franklin Literary Award.

What major awards or recognition has he received?

He won the 2008 Man Booker Prize for The White Tiger. Amnesty was shortlisted for the 2021 Miles Franklin Literary Award.

Are his books part of a series or standalone novels?

The titles highlighted on the author page are standalone novels; there is no indication of an ongoing series.

Does he write journalism as well as fiction?

Yes. He is a former India correspondent for Time and has written articles for publications including the Financial Times, the Independent and the Sunday Times.