A special 25th anniversary edition of the extraordinary international bestseller, including a new Foreword by Paulo Coelho.Combining magic, mysticism, wisdom and wonder into an inspiring tale of self-discovery, The Alchemist has become a modern classic, selling millions of copies around the world and transforming the lives of countless readers across generations.Paulo Coelho’s masterpiece tells … Coelho’s masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure. His quest will lead him to riches far different—and far more satisfying—than he ever imagined. Santiago’s journey teaches us about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, of recognizing opportunity and learning to read the omens strewn along life’s path, and, most importantly, to follow our dreams.
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I don’t really understand why people like this book so much; I found it a bit trite. Your basic journey story where the protagonist ends up back where he started. I’ve stayed away from Coelho after reading this, and don’t anticipate changing my mind.
Great read surprising
Don’t remember but wasn’t one of my favorites
Simple story, well told. With lots of meaning.
A real disappointment
This inspired me to travel abroad. It’s what led me to become a writer.
This book gave me much to think about by the time I got to the end.
“That’s what alchemists do. They show that, when we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too.”
I think after all I’ve heard about The Alchemist I set my expectations a little too high. I can see why people love it or have it as one of their favorites. The recurring motto of “when you really want something the …
Enjoyed this, good escapism.
it’s great
a classic that I read and reread…magic is inside you!
Definitely a good book worth reading. A journey with an ending, that well maybe a continued beginning. Where your treasure lay, there also lays your heart.
Cured my forever reading slump. I love how wise this book is. it definitely keeps you thinking once you finished it. I can proudly say this book has changed me.
Wonderful book. Must be re-read once a year for life inspiration and encouragement.
A true classic
Classic! Words and scenes stick with you for YEARS!
It answers questions each human at least once asks of themselves – what is my purpose and where and how do I find it? The book on audio is fabulous to listen to also.
A must read! So many life lessons within! Oddly charming story!
I read about this book at https://youracademicwriter.com and found it really amazing. Every writer should read this book to write an essay or research paper easily.
Not sure why this book is on so many reading lists. It just didn’t keep me involved.