The Alchemist (Portuguese: O Alquimista) is a novel by Brazilian author Paulo Coelho which was first published in 1988. Originally written in Portuguese, it became a widely translated …

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Apr 25, 1993 · The Alchemist is the magical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure as extravagant as any ever found. From his …

Jan 1, 2001 · 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 …

Oct 11, 2025 · The Alchemist is a novel by Brazilian author and lyricist Paulo Coelho. It was first published in 1988 in Portuguese and has since been translated into more than 65 languages …

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Aug 8, 2025 · The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho is a deeply philosophical novel about a young shepherd named Santiago, whose pursuit of a personal dream leads him on an extraordinary …

Jul 1, 1993 · Coelho is a Brazilian writer with four books to his credit. Following Diary of a Magus (1992—not reviewed) came this book, published in Brazil in 1988: it's an interdenominational, …

May 5, 2025 · Brazilian author Paulo Coelho wrote The Alchemist in just two weeks in 1988. The story of Santiago, a Spanish shepherd pursuing his dream of treasure, appeals to audiences …

Apr 3, 2023 · "The Alchemist" is a novel by Paulo Coelho that tells the story of a shepherd boy named Santiago who embarks on a journey to follow his personal legend and fulfill his dreams.