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summary of The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
📘 Book Title: The Alchemist
✍️ Author: Paulo Coelho
📚 Category/Genre:
- Fiction
- Philosophical/Spiritual novel
- Allegorical novel
- Adventure
📝 Summary:
The Alchemist follows the journey of Santiago, a young Andalusian shepherd who dreams of discovering a treasure buried near the Egyptian pyramids. Encouraged by a mysterious king named Melchizedek, Santiago sells his flock and begins a journey in search of his Personal Legend—his true purpose in life.
Along the way, he meets various people, including a crystal merchant, an Englishman studying alchemy, and an alchemist who helps him understand the Soul of the World, the importance of listening to his heart, and following the omens. He also falls in love with a woman named Fatima at an oasis.
In the end, Santiago learns that the true treasure lies not at the destination, but in the journey itself and within his own heart. Ironically, the physical treasure he seeks is buried back where he started, in Spain.
🌟 Themes:
- Following your dreams (Personal Legend)
- Self-discovery
- Fate vs. free will
- Spirituality and universal language
- The value of the journey over the destination
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