It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.
Combining magic, mysticism, wisdom, and wonder into an inspiring tale of self-discovery, The Alchemist has become a modern classic, selling millions of copies around the world and transforming the lives of countless readers across generations.
First published in 1988 and originally written in Portuguese, The Alchemist became a widely translated international bestseller. The story follows the shepherd boy Santiago in his journey across North Africa to the Egyptian pyramids after he dreams of finding a treasure there, on the way to which he meets mentors, falls in love, and, most importantly, discovers the meaning of life.
The advice given to Santiago that “when you really want something to happen, the whole universe will conspire so that your wish comes true” is the core of the novel’s philosophy and a motif that plays throughout it.
The book has sold over 65 million copies worldwide. It also holds the Guinness World Record for the most translated book by a living author.
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