Alchemist ★

First published in 1988, this allegorical novel follows a young Andalusian shepherd named Santiago on his journey to Egypt to find a hidden treasure.

: Following your dreams, reading "omens" from the universe, and the idea that "when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it". Resources : alchemist

: The book focuses on the concept of a " Personal Legend "—a person's destiny or true purpose in life. First published in 1988, this allegorical novel follows

Full digital copies are often available through the Internet Archive or PDF libraries . Study guides can be found on SparkNotes . Full text of "The Alchemist" - Internet Archive First published in 1988