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The Alchemist: 25th Anniversary Edition

Name: The Alchemist: 25th Anniversary Edition
Rating: 5 (44 reviews)
Author: Paulo Coelho
ISBN: 9780062390622

Paulo Coelho · 2014 · 208 pages

A special 25th anniversary edition of the extraordinary international bestseller, including a new Foreword by Paulo Coelho. 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. 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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Brené Brown
“@ErskineMarinda Love it! There's a great quote in the Alchemist: When you're on the right path the universe conspires to help you!”↗
Lisa Ling
“So often we feel the need to travel far to find treasure—that’s what the shepherd boy protagonist, Santiago, in The Alchemist, believes he needs to do. After an exhaustive, yet richly colorful journey, he finds that the greatest treasure can be found inside. This simple little book contains hugely profound meaning.”↗
Will Smith
“One of my favourite books is the Alchemist of Paolo Coelho, and I just believe that I can create whatever I want to create, if I will put my head on right, study it, learn the patterns. I just feel very strongly that we are who we choose to be.”↗
Lebron James
“As complex as that book is and as deep as that book is – it is so, so deep – I was able to figure out a way to translate it to my life at that point in time where I was like, oh I can remember when I was the 11-year-old kid and I was telling myself ‘Why me?’ some days and I was always telling myself, ‘OK, let’s change the narrative of why me, why us, why are we put in this position? Let’s change the narrative.’”↗
Éric Ripert
“Speaks of everyone having an ultimate goal in life, but most of us are too afraid to pursue it. The encouragement to fulfill your dreams is very inspirational!”↗
Daniel Ek
“I spent an inspiring evening with Paolo at his Rio home, around the time we were launching Spotify in Brazil. It was fascinating to talk to him about how this book came to be such a hit — he never backed down, and allowed people to read it for free in order to then boost sales — much like how Spotify’s freemium model was perceived in the early days.”↗
Ryan Flaherty
“I’ve loved The Alchemist for a very long time.”↗
Gabby Reece
“It’s that reminder that as you go out in the world and you’re looking for all these things, sometimes it is within us.”↗
Ryan Shea
“One of the books I’ve given most as a gift.”↗
Andy Frisella
“The key to life is alchemy… (There is a wonderful book by Paulo Coelho called “The Alchemist” which you should read) You have to be able to take your hardships... And turn them into foundations that you can build upon. When I got stabbed in the face...”↗
Big Sean
“Will help you implement ways of applying successful traits to your life that will take you up.”↗
Neil Patrick Harris
“This book is magical. It is so densely packed with the most astute, illuminating, and thought-provoking prose, but so beautifully woven together that you have no choice but to savor each message.”↗
Talib Kweli
“It’s a spiritual guide that helps you unlock your inner potential.”↗
Harrison Faigen
“@jeaniezk @AnthonyIrwinLA @LakerFilmRoom I do honestly love that book”↗
Kerri Walsh Jennings
“A few of my favorite books .... Reading is one of my favorite pastimes. It's so great to get outside my head for...”↗
Jawad Mian
“The book that got me to dream. Santiago’s journey was a huge inspiration in my twenties.”↗
Joe Martin
“@ruthanneroth Love that book”↗
Pharrell Williams
“.@alegra_maffei @TheGRAMMYs My favorite book is @paulocoelho's The Alchemist. I believe everything is written, u just have to pay attention”↗
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