Paulo Coelho
8 SeriesPaulo Coelho is a Brazilian author known for his fiction and non-fiction works on self-improvement and psychology. Despite early familial opposition, which led to his institutionalization, Coelho pursued his passion for writing. After dropping out of law school and traveling the world, he returned to Brazil and began his literary career by writing song lyrics for Brazilian musical acts.
Author: Paulo Coelho Rewritten synopsis: In "The Alchemist," a young Andalusian shepherd named Santiago embarks on a journey to fulfill a recurring dream about a treasure near the Egyptian pyramids. Guided by an alchemist, he traverses the desert, facing trials that test his perseverance and faith. Along the way, Santiago learns profound life lessons about following one's personal legend and the interconnectedness of all things. The narrative underscores the importance of pursuing one's destiny and the transformative power of self-discovery.
