Book name: The Alchemist by paulo coelho CONTENT • INTRODUCTION • SUMMARY • RECOMMENDATION ABOUT AUTHOR • Coelho was born on August 24, 1947, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil • He is author, actor, researcher and novelist and a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters since 2002 • His novel The Alchemist became an international best-seller and he has published 30 more books since then. SUMMARY • Santiago's journey takes him across the vast deserts of Egypt as he follows the omens and listens to the wisdom of the universe. • Along the way, he learns important lessons about the nature of life, the pursuit of dreams, and the importance of listening to one's heart. • Ultimately, Santiago discovers that the true essence of alchemy lies not in turning lead into gold, but in transforming one's own self and achieving spiritual enlightenment. RECOMMENDATION • Although there are many reasons why I would recommend the alchemist, because it’s a very thought provoking book. It motivates people to follow their destiny. It also teaches you to ignore the negative things in your life. It also emphasises on constant learning.