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The Alchemist

A Fable About Following Your Dream

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The Alchemist

Written by: Paulo Coelho
Narrated by: Jeremy Irons
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Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its simplicity and wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of treasure buried in the Pyramids. Along the way he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself king, and an Alchemist, all of whom point Santiago in the direction of his quest. No one knows what the treasure is, or if Santiago will be able to surmount the obstacles along the way But what starts out as a journey to find worldly goods turns into a meditation on the treasures found within. Lush, evocative, and deeply humane, the story of Santiago is art eternal testament to the transforming power of our dreams and the importance of listening to our hearts.©1988 Paulo Coelho (P)2005 HarperCollins Publishers Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Metaphysical & Visionary Career Change New Age Spirituality

Critic Reviews

"The story has the comic charm, dramatic tension and psychological intensity of a fairy tale, but it's full of specific wisdom as well, about becoming self-empowered, overcoming depression, and believing in dreams." (Publishers Weekly)

"It is short, but certainly packs a wallop. What makes the story even better is Jeremy Irons's unforgettable narration.... Irons's voice is crystal clear, and every word is given its own starring role in the text. He creates wondrous characters, male and female, that stay with us." (AudioFile)

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Simplest way to understand life lessons

Loved it. no wonder comes with so many starred reviews. not to miss in collection.Hemant

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Loved the reading by Jeremy Irons

Jeremy Irons has read it with so much heart and love.oved the reading by Jeremy Irons. Absolutely loved the reading and the story.Absolutely Magical.Awesome.

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all time classic lives up to the expectations

live changing bytes beautifully intermixed in a cute story. i can read it a multiple times. a collectible item.

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Amazing Narration

Really loved the narration and the content of the book. Very fruitful findings are stored for anyone who listens to this book.

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Hard-work pays off

The story will teach you many life lessons you have to grab it and start working on it. The story is very good and the author is flawless amazing work done by him tho.

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Amazing book n audio.. loved it!

Book.. a must for all those who want courage to follow their dream. Good narration also!

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Simple and Awesome

I had already read the book, but wanted to hear it as a story, turns out it was even more enjoyable, and it didn't matter for a second that I already knew the story.

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Such an impressive voice acting!

I never knew the meaning of the word "alchemist" so when i heard people talk about this book i used to feel it must be some kind of motivational BS book. but turns out it was a fiction and with such a beautiful ending that it really made my heart swell! and a big shoutout to renowned actor jeremy irons for narrating this book so perfectly with each character having a different accent. I would really recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good fiction adventure story with a beautiful and deep meaningful end.

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Brilliant!

Masterpiece! What a beautiful story weaved to put out the message of oneness! Listen to the sound of the world ! Your heart is where your purpose is and purpose where your heart. Listen to your heart. Start that journey onwards.

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amazing climax... super..

enrich story...we should simply flow along with it .it's bring you to a new world. must listen

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