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Every few decades a book is published that changes the lives of its readers forever. This is such a book -- a magical fable about learning to listen to your heart, read the omens strewn along life's path and, above, all follow your dreams. This is the magical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who dreams of travelling the world in search of a worldly treasure as fabulous as any ever found. 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 With Paulo's visionary blend of spirituality, magical realism and folklore, The Alchemist is a story with the power to inspire nations and change people's lives

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PublisherThorsons

ISBN-139780722532935

eBay Product ID (ePID)87971938

Product Key Features

Book TitleThe Alchemist

Number of Pages224 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year1998

TopicBooks

GenreHistorical

TypeLiterary

AuthorPaulo Coelho

FormatPaperback

Dimensions

Item Height198 mm

Item Weight160 g

Item Width129 mm

Additional Product Features

Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom

Title_AuthorPaulo Coelho

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4.8

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by akdonelan
15 Mar, 2017Most favourable review
Great book, Must read.
If you read any self development book this has to be it. It's a great book and one you can read over and over again. It is also a compelling story so not the usual boring, 'you are wonderful, you and beautiful' stuff you get in some books. Although I'm sure you are!! Delivery was also quick and I would have no problem using this company again.
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by shahinais87
28 Jun, 2025Most critical review
It was very used, pages had stains but I...
It was very used, pages had stains but I wiped it all down and the book itself was excellent.
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by elael3326-hgwchx
09 Apr, 2020
A lovely fable
It is simple, nicely written and heart warming. The concepts within are not completely as I know the world to be, however I was pleased for Santiago the young man who followed his dreams and signs, and these manifested for him. In the book I received, the part concerning the story of Narcissus was missing which is quite fundamental to the tale itself. I had to be filled in by an electronic review so the story came together. I would overall recommend the novel as it is a pleasing read and you can go back to it at any time.
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by fruitloop83
02 Apr, 2020
Another enlightening and captivating read
I read this in two days, couldn’t put it down. For me it was a book that captured the magic and wonder all around us , and I have bought this for my sister to read as I feel she needs it. Paulo Cohello has an amazing way of writing in a way that allows you to visualise , and take you right Into the book. I would recommend to all, especially those on a spiritual path , or those who have lost the magic in their lives !
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by susanmh123
21 Aug, 2019
Thought-provoking, easy to read novel
I read this book years ago and it was very thought provoking; so much so, that I bought it for a friend who is just embarking on her spiritual journey.
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by andfili-yrike5qa
30 Jan, 2020
All great
The book was in great condition, very good price. I bought it for a friend, I read it many years ago and it is a great book.
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by kelkookakhoo
05 May, 2025
A great read!
I know I’m very late to the party only now reading this book, but I feel now was the right time to read it. I’m so glad I did, a story of perseverance, resilience and manifesting the life you truly want.
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by jestur_5448
21 Mar, 2021
Amazing!!
I finished this book in one day! Could not put it down, great for those like me who find it hard to read but this was so easy to! Great value came quick and in perfect condition, 100% recommend x
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by abilu94
06 Nov, 2019
Awesome
Author amaIng wrote what we want from life. This is soo easy that we don't think about it.
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by trickytreen
18 Dec, 2019
One you can’t put down
This is an enchanting heart lifting story. Recommended to me by a friend. I have now bought another of his books and can see myself reading many more from this author
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