by Paulo Coelho · HarperCollins · tapa blanda · ISBN 9780722532935
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«The Alchemist» is Paulo Coelho's spiritual fiction novel, published by HarperCollins in paperback (224 pages, in English).
The novel follows Santiago, a young Andalusian shepherd who decides to leave behind his life with the flock to pursue a treasure he has seen in dreams. His journey takes him from Spain to the markets of Tangier and into the Egyptian desert, where an alchemist helps him interpret omens, listen to his heart, and understand the value of fulfilling one's own legend.
Work originally published in Portuguese in 1988 as «O Alquimista»; this English edition features a translation by Alan R. Clarke.
Aimed at readers of spiritual and inspirational fiction who enjoy stories about destiny, dreams, and personal growth.
Paulo Coelho de Souza is a Brazilian lyricist and novelist. He has been a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters since 2002. His 1988 novel The Alchemist is an international best-seller.
