The Alchemist
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AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER - OVER 120 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE - PUBLISHED IN 89 LANGUAGES - SPECIAL 25TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTOR'S EDITION
"Teaches us about dreams, destiny, and the reason we are all here."--Oprah Daily, "Best Self-Help Books of a Generation"
A stunning 25th anniversary edition of the extraordinary international bestseller, including a new foreword by Paulo Coelho and charming interior illustrations-Discover the true power of trusting your intuition, honoring your instincts, and tapping into your innate inner wisdom
Combining magic, mysticism, wisdom, and wonder into an inspiring tale of self-discovery and spiritual healing, The Alchemist has become a modern classic, moving millions across the globe and transforming the lives of countless readers across generations. Helping them find inner peace, strength, gratitude, and a deeper, divine connection with themselves and the world around them.
This story, dazzling in its powerful simplicity and soul-stirring wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of a treasure buried near the Pyramids. Along the way he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself a king, and an alchemist, all of whom point Santiago in the direction of his quest. No one knows what the treasure is, or if Santiago will be able to surmount the obstacles in his path. But what starts out as a journey to find worldly goods turns into a discovery that the most valuable treasures are those found within.
Lush, evocative, and deeply humane, the story of Santiago is an eternal testament to the transforming power of our dreams and the importance of listening to our hearts. No matter where you are in life's journey, allow this profound fable to awaken you to the beauty of the present and the hope of the future, and what it truly means to be human and at peace.
Year after year, across generations, Paulo Coelho's profound and enduring work remains fresh and vital for readers today. These pages, featuring new illustrations, and giftable, high-quality paper, beam with the message that if we trust in ourselves and our inner strength and wisdom, we can navigate all of life's complexities with grace and resilience. Discover your dreams and your truth with The Alchemist.
"We are travelers on a cosmic journey, stardust, swirling and dancing in the eddies and whirlpools of infinity. Life is eternal. We have stopped for a moment to encounter each other, to meet, to love, to share. This is a precious moment. It is a little parenthesis in eternity."--Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist
"It changed my whole life. I realized all of the people who had conspired to get me to this place." --Pharrell Williams, musician and songwriter
Customer Reviews
Moving
Now I know why this book is a classic
Very used, with writing on most of the pages.
One of the worst books I’ve ever read. I barely made it to the end.
The Alchemist is insightful and relatable
Excellent adventure
Perfect for those lost or transitioning big life events
My Favorite Book
Read and read again
Profound only in it’s waste of time
Excellent knowledge
Love this Book!
This book is inspirational!
Got this book for my friend and she loves it
Navigating Life
Excellent
A story that gently brings to light the things we convince ourselves are the hardest to understand
classic tale
Hate It
Easily My fav book
A Review on The Alchemist
Must Read!!
Such an enjoyable read!
A book I know I’ll reread many times throughout my life
Eye Opening
Great Story!
Reflection
Incredible
Amazing quality! Thank you!
Everyone should have this book!!!!
Nunca te desenfoques de tus sueños !
Everybody should read this just once (at least!)
An illuminating story for all faiths and ages
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