The Alchemist, 25th Anniversary: A Fable About Following Your Dream

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.

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Published Sep 26, 2006

208 pages

Average rating: 7.65

1,916 RATINGS

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Readers say *The Alchemist* is a lyrical, inspiring fable about pursuing dreams that resonates deeply with many through its spiritual, motivational me...

BookLover23
Dec 25, 2025
9/10 stars
LOVE THIS BOOK!! (Will definitely be rereading this one) Ending was a bit caught-off-guard, seeming as how it seems like more an openly spiritual/philosophical book rather than more so religious, but philosophy and religion are at different ends of the same spectrum, so I guess I wasn’t too surprised lol.
PerpetualRevision
Dec 22, 2025
8/10 stars
What can I say about this book that hasn't already been said? A charming tale about the value of following your dreams.
sweetlemoneade
Aug 27, 2025
10/10 stars
Everyone needs to read this book
sweetlemoneade
Aug 15, 2025
10/10 stars
Wonderful. So sweet and beautiful.
Nikkilopez
Aug 11, 2025
10/10 stars
I didnt want to read this book because it didn't interest me but my 17 year old son insisted I did because he said its been his favorite book. I also heard others speak highly of it but just never picked it up... let me just say I wish I would have read it the first time it was introduced to me because it 100% has been my favorite book I've ever read! Please give it a chance and if you like to read along with a narrator Paulo Coelho reads the book with such passion it mad me enjoy it even more!

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