Description
A young Indian boy named Pi Patel survives a shipwreck that leaves him adrift in the Pacific Ocean on a lifeboat. His only companion is an unlikely and dangerous one: a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker. Together, they face an epic journey of survival for 227 days, forging a unique bond against the vast, unforgiving sea. This novel masterfully explores themes of faith, resilience, and the blurred lines between reality and perception.
Available Editions
paperback
Canongate Books Ltd
Published Jul 18, 2009
352 pages
ISBN: 9781847676016
mass_market
Seal Books
Published Jan 1, 2006
480 pages
ISBN: 9780770430078
Reviews
3 ratings
Community Reviews(1)
I went from holding the opinion that this book was 'ok' and nothing really very special at all.. to thinking it is such a <i>wonderful</i> piece of literature that, when given proper thought, questions a great deal. After reading <i>Life of Pi</i> I would recommend following it up with a discussion to develop the ideas raised within the book; at first glance it seems to be a somewhat pointless, fantastical story but when given time to digest, this book encourages some intense debates.
Details
First Published
2001
Language
eng
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Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Life of Pi by Yann Martel.