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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An excellent short read for people thinking about their purpose or role in their lives! Challenges your thinking, and inspires you to consider the simple interactions in daily life as opportunities for service & excellence.
i’ve read this book three times, including once out loud on a road trip. It’s about how when you really want something, the whole universe conspires to help you get it. It’s about believing in your dreams.
I can’t see what all the hype was about. It was just ok for me. It’s a fast-read, though.
A timeless tale of a journey that is more important than the destination. An excellent read for all ages. I felt renewed after finishing this book. 10 stars!!
Excellent life lessons.
Worth reading!
I am anxious to read all of his books. Just discovered him and really like his story and his inspirations,
forgetable
Thought provoking.
This book draws on the reader’s deep seated intuitions and orients them towards a lofty goal in the context of a thrilling adventure, the encounter of real life characters, and an unexpected turn of events.
A great read. Got me to read a lot of Coelho years back. A philosophical journey I loved.
It had me thinking about different aspects of life through the characters.
I think it is a must-read book. The things you need are right around you. Wonderful characters and scenes. Dynamic.
Lebron James, Kyrie Irving, Rob Pelinka, and Kobe Bryant all swear/swore by this book. Some have even said it can unlock untapped basketball potential–which is a wild thing to say. So I read it, and found it inspiring if not starry-eyed. It’s a shame we’ll never see the results of his collaboration with Bryant…
It is refreshing to find a wholesome message wrapped up in a secular wrapper. Typpicaly in order to find as pure and as direct a message as this book provides, you would have to stick to the Christian book shelves. While this book may have been written in the form of a fable the writer does bring you into the Sheppards world. I found myself …
My very favourite book of all time.
(Also Russell Crowe’s !)
The journey of Santaigo was so gripping that i felt like joining him, his encounter with the king was like a ray of hope a kind of like a spark that you need to ignite the spirit inside you to find your destination , the whole concept of finding ones own destiny, own passion is carried in this book so well that if any less motivated person would …
Paulo 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 …
I love the slow burn of suspense throughout, and the feeling that I’m gathering layers of wisdom as I read. A satisfying, inspiring, enjoyable experience!
Fabulous book for every dreamer!