The Alchemist Deluxe Edition

by Paulo Coelho

Overview

AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • OVER 80 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE

“Translated into 80 languages, the allegory teaches us about dreams, destiny, and the reason we are all here.”—Oprah Daily, “Best Self-Help Books of a Generation”

A beautiful keepsake edition of the extraordinary and beloved international bestseller—now featuring elegant gold edges and a textured jacket with gold foil detailing.

Combining magic, mysticism, wisdom, and wonder into an inspiring tale of self-discovery, The Alchemist has become a modern classic, selling millions of copies around the world and transforming the lives of countless readers across generations.

This story, dazzling in its powerful simplicity and soul-stirring 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 near the Pyramids. Along the way he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself a king, and an alchemist, all of whom point Santiago in the direction of his quest. No one knows what the treasure is, or if Santiago will be able to surmount the obstacles in his path. But what starts out as a journey to find worldly goods turns into a discovery of the treasure found within.

Lush, evocative, and deeply humane, the story of Santiago is an eternal testament to the transforming power of our dreams and the importance of listening to our hearts.

Now in a deluxe edition featuring elegant gold edges and a textured jacket with gold foil detailing, Paulo Coelho's wise and enduring work remains fresh and vital for readers today.

“A magical little volume.”—San Francisco Chronicle

“[This] Brazilian wizard makes books disappear from stores.”—The New York Times

“A sweetly exotic tale for young and old alike.”—Publishers Weekly

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780063442467
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	04/15/2025
Pages:	208
Sales rank:	149,741
Product dimensions:	5.31(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.00(d)

About the Author

One of the most influential writers of our time, Paulo Coelho is the author of thirty international bestsellers, including The Alchemist, Warrior of the Light, Brida, Veronika Decides to Die, and Eleven Minutes. He is a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters and a United Nations Messenger of Peace. Paulo is the recipient of 115 international prizes and awards, among them, the Chevalier de l'Ordre National de la Légion d'Honneur (Legion of Honor). Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1947, he soon discovered his vocation for writing. He worked as a director, theater actor, songwriter, and journalist. In 1986, a special meeting led him to make the pilgrimage to Saint James Compostela (in Spain). The Road to Santiago was not only a common pilgrimage but a turning point in his existence. A year later, he wrote The Pilgrimage, an autobiographical novel that is considered the beginning of his literary career. He lives in Geneva, Switzerland.

Hometown:

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Date of Birth:

August 24, 1947

Place of Birth:

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Education:

Left law school in second year

Website:

http://www.paulocoelho.com

Editorial Reviews

It’s a brilliant, magical, life-changing book that continues to blow my mind with its lessons. [...] A remarkable tome.” — Neil Patrick Harris, actor

“It changed my whole life. I realized of all of the people who had conspired to get me to this place.” — Pharrell Williams, musician and songwriter

“A wise and inspiring fable about the pilgrimage that life should be.” — M. Scott Peck

“An adventure story full of magic and wisdom.” — Rudolfo Anaya, author of Bless Me, Ultima

“A touching, inspiring fable.” — Indianapolis Star

“A magical little volume.” — San Francisco Chronicle

“[This] Brazilian wizard makes books disappear from stores.” — New York Times

“[His] books have had a life-enchanting effect on millions of people.” — London Times

“A beautiful story with a pointed message for every reader.” — Joseph Girzone, author of Joshua

“As memorable and meaningful as Saint-Exupery’s The Little Prince.” — Austin American-Statesman

“A sweetly exotic tale for young and old alike.” — Publishers Weekly

“A most tender and gentle story. It is a rare gem of a book.” — Gerald G. Jampolsky, M.D., co-author of Change Our Mind, Change Your Life

“An entrepreneurial tale of universal wisdom we can apply to the business of our own lives.” — Spencer Johnson, M.D., co-author of The One-Minute Manager

“A remarkable tale about the most magical of all journeys: the quest to fulfill one’s destiny.” — Anthony Robbins, author of Awaken the Giant Within

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