Life of Pi by Yann Martel

Location mentioned: The Pondicherry Zoo – India (Puducherry)

“The Pondicherry Zoo was the source of some pleasure and many headaches for Mr. Santosh Patel, founder, owner, director, head of staff of fifty-three, and my father.
To me, it was paradise on earth. I have nothing but the fondest memories of growing up in a zoo. I lived the life of a prince.”

The story unfolds across a few vivid locations that shape Pi’s journey. The story begins in Pondicherry (Puducherry), India, where Pi grows up in his family’s zoo. From there, the narrative shifts to the vast Pacific Ocean, where the lifeboat becomes a floating world. Finally, the Pi’s journey ends in Mexico.