BOOK REVIEW | RECOMMENDATION

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

The Alchemist, a novel by Paulo Coelho, is considered a “modern classic.” If you’ve been looking for an inspirational journey, this could be it

Stephen Dalton
ENGAGE
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4 min readApr 5, 2023

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Introduction

Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist captured the hearts of readers around the world. This book tells a timeless story about following your dreams and discovering your true purpose in life.

In this review, we will explore this marvelous book’s genre, plot, and theme to discover why it became such a beloved classic almost instantly.

My daughter gave me this book a few years ago. I read it and loved it. I ran across a quote by Paulo Coelho and decided to read it again. To feel that joy and self-fulfillment once again.

Thanks, Whit!

Summary

The Alchemist tells the story of Santiago, a young shepherd boy from Spain who dreams of discovering a treasure hidden in the Egyptian pyramids. Along the way, he meets an alchemist who teaches him valuable lessons about life and pursuing one’s dreams.

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Stephen Dalton
ENGAGE

Stephen Dalton is a retired US Army First Sergeant with a degree in journalism from the University of Maryland. Top Writer in Investing, Business, & Bitcoin!