The Alchemist

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"A special 25th anniversary edition of Paulo Coehlo's extraordinary international bestselling phenomenon--the inspiring ... (more)

"A special 25th anniversary edition of Paulo Coehlo's extraordinary international bestselling phenomenon--the inspiring spiritual tale of self-discovery that has touched millions of lives around the world.Combing magic, mysticism, wisdom and wonder, The Alchemist has become a modern classic, selling millions of copies around the world and transforming the lives of countless readers across generations. Paulo Coelho's masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure. His quest will lead him to riches far different--and far more satisfying--than he ever imagined. Santiago's journey teaches us about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, of recognizing opportunity and learning to read the omens strewn along life's path, and, most importantly, to follow our dreams. "-- (less)

Ben Jonson's comedy 'The Alchemist' is one of the most enduring Renaissance plays. It was extremely popular in its day, ... (more)

Ben Jonson's comedy 'The Alchemist' is one of the most enduring Renaissance plays. It was extremely popular in its day, and is one of the few plays from that era (except of course those of Shakespeare) that are still played today. (less)

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A whole aristocratic family is cursed to die on reaching the age of 32, until only one descendent remains. (more)

A whole aristocratic family is cursed to die on reaching the age of 32, until only one descendent remains. (less)

First published in 1916, "The Alchemist" tells the story of Count Antoine de C-. One of his ancestors was responsible fo... (more)

First published in 1916, "The Alchemist" tells the story of Count Antoine de C-. One of his ancestors was responsible for the death of a dark wizard, whose son swore revenge on all his descendants... (less)

Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its simplicit... (more)

Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its simplicity and wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of treasure buried in the Pyramids. Along the way he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself king, and an Alchemist, all of whom point Santiago in the direction of his quest. No one knows what the treasure is, or if Santiago will be able to surmount the obstacles along the way But what starts out as a journey to find worldly goods turns into a meditation on the treasures found within. Lush, evocative, and deeply humane, the story of Santiago is art eternal testament to the transforming power of our dreams and the importance of listening to our hearts. (less)

Paulo Coelho presents a tale about Andalusian shepherd Santiago, who travels from Spain to the Egyptian desert in search... (more)

Paulo Coelho presents a tale about Andalusian shepherd Santiago, who travels from Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of treasure buried in the Pyramids. During the course of his adventure, he learns that some things are far more valuable than what may be buried beneath the Pyramids. (less)