Books Everyone Must Read - (25) - The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Books Everyone Must Read: Book No.: 25 (Twenty-Five)

Book: The Alchemist

Author: Paulo Coelho

“This desert was once a sea,” he said.

“I noticed that” the boy answered.

The alchemist told the boy to place the shell over his ear. He had done that many times when he was a child and had heard the sound of the sea.

“The sea has lived on in this shell because that’s its Personal Legend. And it will never cease doing so until the desert is once again covered by water.”

“When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.”

This is the 25th book I’m recommending, and one I deeply cherish. Every book is precious, serving as a lighthouse for ships lost in the darkest nights. While most books convey similar messages, it’s the characters’ journeys that make each one unique. I’m drawn to stories where characters don’t merely follow their destiny but roam the world in pursuit of it. *The Alchemist* is one such book.

God grants treasures to all creatures, often revealing hints through dreams. Yet, only a few trust those dreams, and fewer still - those rare, blessed, and courageous souls - strive to turn them into reality. Through characters like Santiago (the Boy), the Englishman, the Alchemist, Melchizedek (the King of Salem), and Fatima, Paulo Coelho beautifully illustrates the existence of a supreme force - the Soul of the World - that guides those who pursue higher purposes.

The Book is about Santiago, a young Andalusian shepherd, who dreams of a treasure hidden near the pyramids in Egypt. Guided by omens and encouraged by a wise alchemist, Santiago embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Leaving behind his comfortable life, he travels across deserts, faces challenges, and meets characters like a gypsy, a king, and a mysterious alchemist who teach him about the importance of following his "Personal Legend" - his true purpose.

Throughout his journey, Santiago encounters love, danger, and profound spiritual insights. He learns to read the universe’s signs, trust his intuition, and embrace the unknown. The story’s surprising twist reveals that the true treasure lies not in material wealth but in the wisdom gained through the journey itself.

Books like *The Alchemist*, where characters wander the world, allow readers to travel alongside them. Santiago’s odyssey through mountains, deserts, and pyramids captivates the imagination. His gradual enlightenment, his triumphs, losses, and ultimate discovery of life’s true treasure make this story unforgettable.

For those who love tales of travel, transformation, and the triumph of the human spirit, *The Alchemist* is a literary lighthouse - a timeless guide to rediscovering your own path. It’s a book to treasure and revisit whenever you seek inspiration.

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