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The Alchemist

by Alan R. Clarke, Paulo Coelho
₱440.55
The Alchemist
The Alchemist

A journey towards personal dreams and spiritual discovery.

"The Alchemist" isn't just a book; it's a soulful exploration that resonates with anyone longing to pursue their own dreams. Coelho weaves a tapestry of philosophy and mysticism that turns Santiago's quest into a universal allegory for seeking one's purpose. It's the kind of narrative that can leave you contemplating your life choices and inspire you to embrace your own journey.

  • NBDB National Book Awards Nominee for Translation (2015)
  • Grand Prix des lectrices de Elle for roman (1995)
  • Premio Grinzane Cavour for Narrativa Straniera (1996)
  • Corine Internationaler Buchpreis for Belletristik (2002)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Alchemist

by Alan R. Clarke, Paulo Coelho
₱440.55
ISBN: 9780007155668
Authors: Alan R. Clarke, Paulo Coelho
Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers
Date of Publication: 2002-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction, Fantasy, Religious Fiction
Related Topics: Classics, Magical Realism, Philosophy
Goodreads rating: 3.91
(rated by 3007979 readers)

Description

This is the magical story of Santiago, a shepherd boy who dreams of travelling the world to seek the most wonderful treasures known to man. From his home in Spain, he journeys to the markets of Tangiers and, from there, into the Egyptian desert, where a fateful encounter with the alchemist awaits him. Coelho's fascinating storytelling, with its mixture of spirituality, magical realism and folklore, makes The Alchemist a story that will delight any reader and inspire us all to follow our dreams.
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A journey towards personal dreams and spiritual discovery.

"The Alchemist" isn't just a book; it's a soulful exploration that resonates with anyone longing to pursue their own dreams. Coelho weaves a tapestry of philosophy and mysticism that turns Santiago's quest into a universal allegory for seeking one's purpose. It's the kind of narrative that can leave you contemplating your life choices and inspire you to embrace your own journey.

  • NBDB National Book Awards Nominee for Translation (2015)
  • Grand Prix des lectrices de Elle for roman (1995)
  • Premio Grinzane Cavour for Narrativa Straniera (1996)
  • Corine Internationaler Buchpreis for Belletristik (2002)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.