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The Alchemist 25th Anniversary: A Fable About Following Your Dream [Large Print]

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The Alchemist tells the tale of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who embarks on a journey from Spain to the Egyptian desert to seek a treasure believed to be buried at the Pyramids. This compelling fable reveals how his quest for worldly riches transforms into a profound discovery of the treasures within, emphasising the power of dreams and the importance of heeding one's heart.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for readers seeking an inspiring, uplifting narrative with universal themes about dreams and self-discovery, including fans of fables and literary fiction that emphasise philosophical and spiritual growth.

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"English version of O Alquimista, the Portuguese original edition, published in Brazil by Editora Rocco Ltd. (Rio de Janeiro)."--Title page verso.

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Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its powerful simplicity and inspiring wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of a treasure buried in the Pyramids.

What starts out as a journey to find worldly goods turns into a discovery of the treasure found within. Lush, evocative, and deeply humane, the story of Santiago is an eternal testament to the transforming power of our dreams and the importance of listening to our hearts.

This is the 25th Anniversary Large Print edition of The Alchemist: A Fable About Following Your Dream.

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Praised as a "brilliant, magical, life-changing book" by Neil Patrick Harris and lauded by Pharrell Williams for its profound impact, this novel is celebrated for its inspiring wisdom and enchanting narrative. Critics describe it as "a wise and inspiring fable," "an adventure full of magic and wisdom," and "a magical little volume." Esteemed publications like the New York Times and the San Francisco Chronicle acknowledge its life-enchanting effect and enduring popularity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780062326775

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 April 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 228.0mm

Height: 150.0mm

Weight: 224g

Pages: 208

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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