The Alchemist
by Paulo Coelho · 1988
Literary Fiction · ranked #120 in category
An Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago travels from Spain to Egypt following a dream of treasure, guided by the concept of a Personal Legend — the path one is meant to take. Coelho's spiritual parable has sold over 150 million copies and is one of the most-read books in history, presenting a philosophy of destiny, signs and the courage to follow one's heart.
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