Behind the Beautiful Forevers Study Guide

Overview

This study guide accompanies Katherine Boo's non-fiction book, "Behind the Beautiful Forevers," which explores life, death, and hope in a Mumbai slum. The guide includes:

• A biography of Katherine Boo
• Literature essays
• Quiz questions

Introduction

"The poor have wild, futile dreams of leaving the hutments. It's one of their few pleasures." - Amitabh Bachchan

This quote by Amitabh Bachchan, a famous Indian actor and politician, encapsulates the central theme of Katherine Boo's "Behind the Beautiful Forevers." The book delves into the lives of several families living in Annawadi, a Mumbai slum, and their dreams and struggles.