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The Alchemist Gift Edition

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The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho tells the enchanting tale of Santiago, a young Andalusian shepherd who embarks on a journey to discover his personal legend and unearth hidden treasures. Guided by an array of intriguing characters, Santiago learns profound life lessons about destiny, dreams, and the soul of the world. The novel seamlessly weaves philosophy and adventure, encouraging readers to pursue their true desires.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories that delve into personal growth and self-discovery. It weaves a magical tale of a shepherd's journey in pursuit of his dreams and explores themes of destiny, intuition, and the pursuit of life’s purpose. If you appreciate philosophical and transformative narratives, this could be a rewarding read.

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The Alchemist Gift Edition

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The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho continues to change the lives of its readers forever. With more than two million copies sold around the world, The Alchemist has established itself as a modern classic, universally admired.

Paulo Coelho’s masterpiece tells the magical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure as extravagant as any ever found.

The story of the treasures Santiago finds along the way teaches us, as only a few stories can, about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, learning to read the omens strewn along life’s path, and, above all, following our dreams.

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The Alchemist Gift Edition by Paulo Coelho is celebrated for its enchanting and transformative narrative, drawing praise for its magical and life-changing impact. Notable personalities and publications have commended its wisdom, inspiration, and timeless messages, likening it to a fable full of adventure and dreams fulfilled. It resonates with readers of all ages, conveying universal truths about destiny and life's spiritual journey.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780060887964

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 May 2006

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperSanFrancisco

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 226.0mm

Weight: 512g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Paulo Coelho is an international bestselling author whose books--The Alchemist, The Pilgrimage, The Valkyries, By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept and The Fifth Mountain-have sold more than 23 million copies in 117 countries and have been translated into 41 languages.

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