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A review by ambaright
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
“To realize one’s Personal Legend is a person’s only real obligation… and when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you achieve it.”
The Alchemist is a story that is dazzling in its powerful simplicity and soul-stirring wisdom and tells the tale of a shepard 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 cast of characters (a Gypsy, an old king, and an alchemist), all of whom help point Santiago in the direction of his quest. But what starts as a journey to find worldly goods turns into a discovery of the treasure found within when one chases their “Personal Legend.”
This book may not be for everyone, especially if you aren’t a fan of cheesy “inspirational poster” messaging, but it truly is one everyone should read at least once. The Alchemist is more than a short story about a boy’s search for treasure, it’s about connecting to God and the universe to search for, and follow, your own deeper purpose in life.
The Alchemist is a story that is dazzling in its powerful simplicity and soul-stirring wisdom and tells the tale of a shepard 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 cast of characters (a Gypsy, an old king, and an alchemist), all of whom help point Santiago in the direction of his quest. But what starts as a journey to find worldly goods turns into a discovery of the treasure found within when one chases their “Personal Legend.”
This book may not be for everyone, especially if you aren’t a fan of cheesy “inspirational poster” messaging, but it truly is one everyone should read at least once. The Alchemist is more than a short story about a boy’s search for treasure, it’s about connecting to God and the universe to search for, and follow, your own deeper purpose in life.
Content Warnings
Graphic: War
Moderate: Violence