"In the Slums of India" is a tragic, but at the same time very picturesque novel written by the Indian author Araundati Roy. The book talks about the complex social problems faced by the slum dwellers of Mumbai. Through the prism of the observations of the two main characters - Rachel and Estapena - the reader is immersed in the atmosphere of destruction, poverty, but also unexpected discoveries and human wisdom. The novel "In the slums of India" gives readers the opportunity to delve into the complex relationships between different social groups, to feel the pain and joy of life, which are intertwined in this difficult world. Aroundati Roy successfully combines a realistic depiction of the beauty and horror of the slums, making every paragraph of this book imbued with great depth. Reading "In the Slums of India", the reader not only gets acquainted with the life of slum dwellers, but also begins to understand the importance of deep human relationships and sacrifice. This book opens up new perspectives for us and helps deepen our understanding of the world, making us more sensitive to other people's problems.