The Alchemist | Paulo Coelho | a mystery, a future and many good omens

The Alchemist | Paulo Coelho | Life-Enchanting

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The Alchemist

	The Alchemist Paulo Coelho HarperCollins, 2006 - 208 pages average customer review:based on 1289 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

a mystery, a future and many good omens

A fable, a mystery, a hidden treasure...what is there to not like!? I actually listened to this on my way to and from picking berries (so far I have picked over 70 lbs., for our family and friends) I was immediately captivated by the tale of a boy, a Shepard who follows a dream of reached potential to a land faraway and unknown. He leaves what he does now, and what is comfortable to reach what may not even really be there. I cannot resist the talk of omens, and personal legends, and magical stones and dreams, and love which so saturates the pages of this short novel.

Personally I enjoyed listening to it, it felt like an ancient tale told to me by a Egyptian storyteller. I felt the beauty of the language and the force of the legend.

However if you are not into dreams, and somewhat mystical tales...sit this one out, because that is what it is. I wonder though, if those of you who are not would be won over by the smooth words of Coelho. It is always worth a try! I loved it, and completely recommend it :) I haven't ever read a Paulo Coelho book before, and now I am a Cohelo believer, I am interested in what other really good books he has written.

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Life-Enchanting

"The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho is an eloquently written & magical story, compelling, & with wisdom about following your heart.

The plot line is psychologically intense & portrays a dramatic journey; the quest to fulfill your destiny/Life Legend. Universal wisdom abounds with a radiant array of fascinating & colourful characters!

Here's a few quotes from Paulo Coelho's "The Alchemist" for some insight into the essence of the book:

1. "It's a force that appears to be negative, but actually shows you how to realize you Personal Legend. It prepares your spirit and your will, because there is one great truth on this planet: whoever you are, or whatever it is that you do, when you really want something, it's because that desire originated in the soul of the universe. It's your mission on earth."

2. "Don't forget that everything you deal with is only one thing and nothing else. And don't forget the language of omens. And, above all, don't forget to follow you Personal Legend through to its conclusion."

3. "If I can learn to understand this language without words, I can learn to understand the world.

4. "In alchemy, it's called the Soul of the World. When you want something with all your heart, that's when you are closest to the Soul of the world. It's always a positive force."

5. "All things are the manifestation of one thing only."

"The Alchemist" is a life-enchanting book, and most highly recommended!

Even better when read together with a recent, contemporary New Energy novel "Nexus" by Morrison & Singh; a soul-stirring, heart-centered, spiritual adventure story about enlightened transformation!

Nexus: A Neo Novel

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Very spiritual & inspirational

This is a very inspirational short novel about a boy who seeks his fortune. It discusses the idea of the life journey as a "personal legend" that everyone must create for himself. It shows you how to listen to your heart; listen to God. It's very spiritual in that way. The book makes one think about his/her own life journey and the "omens" they may encounter.

Along with Leo Buscaglia, Og Mandino, Thich Nhat Hanh and Lin Yutang; I think that Poalo Coelho has become one of my favorite inspitational authors.

BOUGHT AS GIFT

I bought 2 of these books as a gift for students entering college as part of a required reading before the semester starts. Purchase price beat all the local bookstores.

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very good read

lots of psychology in this one, it really wants the reader to fulfil their potential and chase their dreams. if you ever need inspiration to achieve a goal, this book is a great read

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