L'alchimiste

unknown binding, 274 pages

French language

Published March 16, 1994 by Diffusion Hachette.

ISBN:
978-2-910188-13-9
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The Alchemist (Portuguese: O Alquimista) is a novel by Brazilian author Paulo Coelho that was first published in 1988. Originally written in Portuguese, it became a widely translated international bestseller. An allegorical novel, The Alchemist follows a young Andalusian shepherd in his journey to the pyramids of Egypt, after having a recurring dream of finding a treasure there.

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Made an impression when I was young

I don't actually recall the plot; I read it when I was still a youngster. I remember it made a lasting impression about chasing dreams and not giving up. Maybe it is worth a re-read now as an adult.

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Subjects

  • Democracy
  • Social conditions
  • 1945-
  • Social institutions
  • Politics and government
  • France