The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

The Alchemist

Paulo Coelho with Jeremy Irons (Narrator)

fiction classics literary philosophy adventurous inspiring reflective medium-paced

4 hours | first published 1988

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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 moder...
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Moods

reflective 74%
inspiring 72%
adventurous 66%
hopeful 48%
lighthearted 17%
mysterious 16%
emotional 15%
relaxing 13%
challenging 10%
informative 7%
funny 1%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 44%
fast 31%
slow 24%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 47% | A mix: 34% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 79% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 9% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 58% | No: 19% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 58% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 39% | No: 31% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 5%

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3.56

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