Book Review: The Alchemist by Paul Coelho

This is one of those books i almost never read. I wanted to give it back without reading it as I thought that I just didn't have time really to fit it into my busy life schedule. But I am sure glad that my friend insisted that I give it one more try and gave it back to me the same day. It still sat on my shelf for a week or two longer while I finished up a different book, and then finally one night I gave it one more shot... 

Paperback

Published: October 2009

Publisher: HarperCollins

180 pages

* What it's about *

Paulo Coelho's masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure. His quest will lead him to riches far different—and far more satisfying—than he ever imagined. Santiago's journey teaches us about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, of recognising opportunity and learning to read the omens strewn along life's path, and, most importantly, to follow our dreams.

* My thoughts *

This book spoke straight to my soul and will easily be a book I read again and again. Often when I am on my travels I wonder why I am doing what I am doing and maybe I should just go home to my comfort zone and family. I crave the comfort of love and what I know but then I think about all the things I have seen, places I have been and things I have discovered about myself and the world. I am living my dreams. Even though now I find myself torn between going back to my home country for love or continuing on my traveller path in search of my own treasure. 

Many people say that many books can inspire you, but this one really does make you want to go after your dreams. It paints a beautiful picture of life and our destinies. Sometimes it is not about what is at the destination but it is about what you gain from the journey. 

A quick and easy read that is life changing. 

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