Santiago is a young and rather ordinary shepherd boy who comes from the fields of Andalusia. His life was simple, until he met an old Gypsy woman who supposedly could interpret dreams. Santiago’s dream would always be the same: he would be sent to the Egyptian pyramids. The old Gypsy, astonished, claimed that he would find a hidden treasure and become a rich man. As any other, Santiago doubted that this foretelling was really true. However, this was only the start of his memorable journey. Santiago learns to discover his personal legend.
The Alchemist is a beautifully narrated novel written by Paulo Coelho. This classic novel is brilliantly filled with inspirational wisdom and phrases that leave readers in a sense of deep thought. The story itself is wonderful and filled with imagination. I especially enjoyed how the novel was somewhat philosophical, exploring the views of a diverse group of people, from a king to a humble townsperson, who are looking to fulfill their dreams and ambitions. I would recommend this to all readers who are looking for a heartfelt story.
Review Written by Isole, 8th Grade