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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 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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Maktub (meaning “it is written”) is not a book of advice—but an exchange of experiences, a journey of faith, self-reflection, and transformation. One of Oprah's Best Self-Help Books of a Generation. The story of a young shepherd who learns to listen to his heart, read the omens strewn along life’s path, and follow his dreams. One of Oprah's Best Self-Help Books of a Generation. Illustrated by Daniel Sampere, The Alchemist is the story of a young shepherd who learns to listen to his heart, read the omens strewn along life’s path, and follow his dreams. The captivating account of Coelho’s pilgrimage along the road to Santiago.
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The acclaimed author of The Alchemist makes a 40-day quest in the Mojave Desert with his wife and discovers a poignant message about letting go of the past and believing in the future. 150 short passages detail the spiritual and practical elements necessary for the attainment of the Personal Legend—the life-long path to a fulfillment of a dream. A stranger arrives with a notebook and eleven gold bars, searching for the answer to a question that torments him: Are human beings, in essence, good or evil? A selection of memorable quotes from Paulo Coelho's beloved works, illustrated by the renowned Norwegian artist Anne Kristin Hagesaether.
Publisher : HarperOne; Anniversary edition (April 15, 2014)
Language : English
Paperback : 208 pages
ISBN-10 : 0062315005
ISBN-13 : 978-0062315007
Lexile measure : 910L
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 7.9 x 5.1 x 0.8 inches
Reviewer: Susan
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A timeless classic of self-discovery!
Review: A Fable About Following Your DreamTwenty-five years ago, Paulo Coelho's 'The Alchemist' first enchanted readers around the world. Since then, this timeless fable has sold over 150 million copies, inspiring countless individuals to embrace their dreams and follow their hearts.A Journey of Self-Discovery'The Alchemist' follows the story of Santiago, a young shepherd from Andalusia, who embarks on an extraordinary journey to the distant pyramids of Egypt. Guided by a wise old king, Santiago learns that his destiny lies not in the familiar paths of his past but in the unknown realms of his dreams.Along the way, Santiago encounters an alchemist, who teaches him the secrets of turning the base metal of his life into the gold of his potential. He learns the importance of listening to his heart, embracing change, and never giving up on his aspirations.The Power of Personal LegendThe central theme of 'The Alchemist' is the pursuit of one's 'Personal Legend.' This is the unique purpose for which each individual is born, the reason they exist. Santiago's Personal Legend is to reach the pyramids, but along his journey, he discovers that the path itself is as important as the destination.The pursuit of our Personal Legends often requires us to overcome obstacles, face setbacks, and leave behind the familiar. 'The Alchemist' reminds us that these challenges are essential for our growth and that the rewards we gain from following our dreams far outweigh the risks involved.The Importance of Following Your HeartOne of the most profound lessons Santiago learns is the importance of following his heart. Despite the fears and doubts that may arise, he trusts his intuition and takes the path that feels right to him.'The Alchemist' teaches us that our hearts hold the key to our true nature and our purpose in life. When we listen to our hearts, we are guided to the people, places, and experiences that align with our destiny.A Timeless Classic'The Alchemist' has become a beloved classic for a reason. Its timeless message of self-discovery, the pursuit of dreams, and the power of following your heart resonates with readers of all ages and backgrounds.As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of this literary masterpiece, let us remember the lessons it teaches. May we all embrace our Personal Legends, trust our hearts, and embark on extraordinary journeys of our own.In the words of Coelho, 'And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.'
Reviewer: Keziah
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Wondeful read
Review: This book will keep you intrigued from beginning, middle, to the end. I found myself going back some pages to be sure that I knew what was going on. It was like mentally watching a movie. Great read, great lessons. I learned a lot of strength, courage, and never giving up through this book.
Reviewer: A
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great read needed to be longer
Review: To book was great the embossed cover on the paperback is nice and so is the jagged cut paper the book is a great story in my personal opinion it pulls a game of thrones on you towards the end but still a great inspiring read!
Reviewer: Lynn Morris
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Amazing book!
Review: This book is awesome, it will make you want to read it over and over, it's an easy read with alot of higher perspective and intellectual description. Love love love!!
Reviewer: Reather Wilson
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Inspiring story
Review: A bit repetitive but the ending was worth it! A good read overall.
Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Good book
Review: Makes you think about choices places and faces in your life â¦.cheer the lil fellow on to find out what is really important I. Life that in todays world it seems a great deal has forgotten and places MONEY AND HAVING MATERIAL ITEMS as the be ALL OF HAPPINESS instead of family friends and each other as we will all leave here and not even take our dead bones with us! It really makes you think
Reviewer: Mark
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: It was good
Review: I had to read this book for a class and thought it was fine. Iâm sure Iâd like it more if I had read it of my own free will but I still thought it was pretty good.
Reviewer: LaQuanshé
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Would recommend anyone to read
Review: I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I even made my 8 year old son read it after I finished it. This book is a great read for anyone no matter what age!
Reviewer: Neal Smith
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I had a great time reading this book. Its a relatively short read, this book is a story about a young shepherds journey into following his purpose. This book teaches us that no matter what we do in life we must go out there, follow our dreams, and fulfill our purpose in the world. In doing so we not only improve as people and live more fulfilled lives, we also get to face challenges and meet people we other wise would have never met. It also shows us that our purpose can change from time to time, and how these changes aid in fulfilling our true purpose.This is a great book for people of any age. If I had to give it an age range I guess it is more suited to younger audiences perhaps 8-15. However, I think any one can learn something from this book.
Reviewer: JUAN FRANCISCO GOMEZ
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Me encantó, sólo la verdad me habÃa imaginado que el diseño ese anaranjado venÃa tal cual pegado a la pasta pero es más cómo una cobertura y por debajo es azul de la pasta. De ahà en más es un super producto y de buena calidad y ni hablar del contenido del mismo.
Reviewer: Pequeno
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Bom livro
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Review: Very happy
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Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Kitap çok iyi bir Åekilde. Hatasız ve kusursuz. Okumak için heyecanlıyım.
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