Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its powerful simplicity and inspiring wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of a treasure buried in the Pyramids. Along the way, he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself
Dreams are the first step to the endeavor ahead. To realize your dream is the next. Paulo Coelho describes this journey in an amazing string of words. This book is one of my favorites and has a very attractive look.
It took me 10 hours to finish the entire book in 2 sessions & can still recall the teachings of the book which will also influence you for sure. Here are few of the teachings of the book and I'm sure you will find plenty others in the book. read more
a) When you want something, the entire universe conspires to help you achieve it. (Filmy but yes, it does show that doors will keep on opening once you start working towards the goal and leave the negativity behind).
b) Nothing in the world comes for free, there are no free lunches.
c) God always comes in some form to help those who help themselves.
d) Courage is the only skill that will take you through the difficult times.
f) Listen to your heart, it's always right.
g) God is within us and continuously speaks with us, we just need to question him.
h) The treasure is always around us, but life still takes us to long journey just to teach us skills required to become capable of handling the treasure.
Review
‘An exceptional writer.' -- USA Today
‘His books have had a life-enhancing impact on millions of people.’ -- The Times
‘One of the few to deserve the term Publishing Phenomenon.’ -- Independent On Sunday
‘Coelho’s writing is beautifully poetic but his message is what counts… he gives me hope and puts a smile on my face.’ -- Daily Express
About the Author
Born in Brazil, Paulo Coelho started his career as a lyricist and theatre director and later left it to become an author. Paulo has written and published over 30 books and is also an avid blogger. He is active on numerous other social media platforms. Paulo Coelho was named the Messenger of Peace of the United Nations in 2007 and has bagged numerous prestigious awards like the Crystal Award by the World Economic Forum, The Honorable Award of the President of the Republic by the President of Bulgaria and so on.
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