I like the part where Hari first arrived in Bombay. When he first arrive, he was lost and helpless. Subsequently, after a futile effort in finding the De Silva family, Hari found some help from a night watchman. Before he got help, he met a coconut seller who gave a insparational speech. That is my favourite part when Hari first arrived in Bombay.
Hari went to Bombay with the procession and on the way, he met this coconut seller. Hari told the coconut seller the reason he went to Bombay and the coconut seller had some negative comments.
The coconut seller felt that it is best to be free and independent. He also said," Take my advice and keep clear from the government." It is clear that he was trying to desuade Hari from going to the procesion. He advised Hari to be independent instead of being spoon-fed by the government. The coconut seller advised Hari on this as he felt that the government only takes advantage of the people. Moreover, the coconut seller also was independent since young when his parents "threw him out ...earn my own living". Hence, he felt that independence is of much importance. Hari also felt that his speech was "wise, strong and admirable". After his speech, Hari was inspired and felt that he had to do something else instead of following the others to the procession.
This speech has also left me with a great impression. I learnt that we should not always depend on the help of others. Only if we fall will we know how to stand back up again. Being dependent will give you more courage to go through difficult times on your own. Therefore, we shouldlearn to "Be a man, be independent."
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