With over 65 million copies sold worldwide, Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist is one of the best-loved books of all time—a timeless fable about following your dreams and listening to your heart.

The Story: It is the story of Santiago, a shepherd boy from the Spanish region of Andalusia who dreams of traveling the world in search of a treasure as desirable as any ever found. From his home, he journeys to the exotic markets of North Africa and then into the Egyptian desert, where a fateful encounter with the alchemist awaits him...

Why This Book is Extraordinary: ✓ Universal Message – An unforgettable fable about the essential wisdom of listening to our heart and following our dreams
✓ Life-Changing Impact – Has inspired millions to pursue their personal legends
✓ Simple Yet Profound – Written with beautiful simplicity that speaks to readers of all ages
✓ Global Phenomenon – Translated into 80+ languages, beloved across cultures and generations

Praise from Icons: "His books have had a life-enhancing impact on millions of people." — The Times

"A beautiful book about magic, dreams and the treasures we seek elsewhere and then find on our doorstep." — Madonna

"One of my favourite books." — Will Smith