The Alchemist is a must-read for anyone searching for direction or purpose in life. It is a timeless tale that encourages its readers to listen to their heart and follow their dreams. The story takes you on a journey of self-discovery through the eyes of Santiago, who goes on a pilgrimage to find a treasure that is beyond his wildest dreams. The book is a unique blend of spirituality, magical realism, and folklore that leaves a profound impression on its readers.

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• 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)

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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