The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

The Alchemist

Paulo Coelho with Alan R. Clarke (Translator)

177 pages • first pub 1988 (editions)

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Santiago, a young shepherd living in the hills of Andalucia, feels that there is more to life than his humble home and his flock. One day he finds the courage to follow his dreams into distant lands, each step galvanised by the knowledge that he i...

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Community Reviews Summary of 113,087 reviews

Moods

inspiring 73%
reflective 73%
adventurous 69%
hopeful 50%
emotional 17%
mysterious 17%
lighthearted 16%
relaxing 13%
challenging 10%
informative 7%
funny 1%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 34%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 48% | A mix: 34% | Plot: 16%

Strong character development?

Yes: 79% | No: 9% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | No: 19% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 58% | No: 24% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 39% | No: 32% | It's complicated: 23% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

3.58

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