The Alchemist
San Francisco: Harper San Francisco, 2006. Hardcover. 8vo. Fine / No Jacket. Item #010351
Brown paper boards with faux leather look. Colour map endpapers. Brown ribbon marker. 178 pp. Water colour illustrations in text. Fine condition, in fine custom slipcase. The Alchemist is not only a reflection of the author's own inner journey, but also an inspiring journey for everyone who reads it. The story is about Santiago, a poor Spanish shepherd boy who travels from his native Spain to the Egyptian desert seeking buried treasure in the Pyramids. ALong the way he meets a Gypsy, a man who calls himself king, and an alchemist, all of whom point Santiago in the direction of his quest. Though he sets out in search of tangible riches, Santiago learns that true riches are found within. A literary jewel, an enchanting tale that is simply and eloquently told. A member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters, Paulo Coelho has won more than 30 international literary awards and honors.
Price: $60.00