Gregory David Roberts

Gregory David Roberts is an Australian author known for his semi-autobiographical novel Shantaram.

After escaping prison in Australia, he spent eight years in Mumbai, where he ran a medical clinic and worked for the mafia.

Upon recapture, he served time in solitary confinement, which became a turning point in his life.

After release, he wrote Shantaram, which gained critical acclaim.

Roberts has since become a public speaker, philosopher, and musician.

He established a multimedia company and released a non-fiction book and album.

Roberts' life experiences and messages of personal responsibility and human connection have resonated with readers worldwide.