The Alchemist: A Fable About Following Your Dream

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Summary: It's a powerful book.
Review: This is a powerful book because every reader can extract values and fundamental advices from it , no matter where is he from, what culture he has, better yet where era he is from. This universal character of the book comes from its abstract side dressed with a story of someone in the search of a tresor. This book applies to every person since all what it says relates to the human nature. No wonder it was translated to many languages and made the bestseller in many countries. It's a wonderful book.

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Summary: Buy this book only if you're ready to follow your dreams
Review: If you are thinking of buying this book, ask yourself first: Do I have the courage to follow my dreams? Do I have any dreams? This lovely little story of the shepherd - don't heavenly messages always come to the lowly? - who overcomes all obstacles to reach a treasure is an old one, and you have heard it told many ways before. But that does not at all detract from the joy of reading the story again. It is timeless, belonging in the category of archetypal stories that fill the mythologies of cultures across history and across the world. So the writing is not perfect; most of us don't read Portuguese and must read a translation. So the story is simple. So what! The theme is universal, you will recognize the truth of the message, and you will simply feel good when it's over. We need a new fable like this every decade or so.

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Summary: Most spiritual book outside of scriputers
Review: While most stories are just that, The Alchemist is a story of the heart and soul. It gives insight that is usually found only in religious text, but is unobtusive and fun in its storytelling. While the text is very easy to read and may seem simplistic, aren't most truths simple?

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Summary: Uplifting along the Yellow Brick Road
Review: I have my gifted seniors read this book before they head off to cash in their huge college scholarships all across the United States. They ALL love The Alchemist. This book sends us on the path to our destiny both away and home through the magic that directs all of our lives.

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Summary: I gave it the benefit of doubt
Review: The happy man lives as many days as the sad man, and even an extra day. Some people say that, and may be right. Is it necessary for a good book to be liked by many? Coehlo's story will surely encounter brave criticisms, and even some indolence. Personally, I will find it difficult to forget. Not to say that it is "elegant" literature: it isn't, and the story is poorly told most of the time. The good thing about Coehlo is that he stands aside and should stand aside, while his fable remains at center stage. When a book, like a painting, carries a great maxim for the reader, it should be remembered in good faith.

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Summary: A book for people who believe that dreams are not impossible
Review: I am Brazilian as the Author of the book, Paulo Coelho, I read it in portuguese. This book is one of my favorites, it talks about a boy in spain who in one night have a dream about a treasure in the pyramids of Egipt, and than he goes to get his treasure, goes through the Saara desert and live many things. So, this book make strong the ideia that if you really want to get something, first you have to believe that this dream is possible, and than do evrything that you can to get it, never giving up, and the most important thing, never think that you can`t do it, becasue you CAN. Please, if you read this, when you finish the book, write me saiyng what you though about it. It is gonna be a pleasure to share our thoughts about this wonderful book.

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Summary: It renews one's confidence & strength.
Review: After having read his book, it rejuvenates my own dreams; lending strength to make them come true. It boosts my courage to face changes that are accompanied by fears & anxieties. It also helps the mental mind to cope with losses & failures.

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Summary: Teaches important life lessons in a most entertaining way!
Review: I read this book to my husband (62) and son (10) while we were out of the country. We represent 3 generations and all loved this story. We couldn't wait to read it each evening. It teaches valuable life lessons; I'm happy my son enjoyed it.

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Summary: Spiritually refreshing, quick yet fulfilling!
Review: A fantastic work by a gifted author, this book brought to me a new way to see things. It is well-written, concise and clear. The meaning of the story is one you will discover for yourself and the journey will be as enjoyable as the book-'Maktub'.

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Summary: ARE YOU READY TO BE INSPIRED?
Review: this book is so fantastic,it conspired to help me reinvent myself.PLEASE read this book.