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The Alchemist

The Alchemist. Paulo Coelho. About the Author. Born in 1947 in Brazil Before becoming a fulltime write, he worked as theatre director, actor, lyricist, and journalist Written numerous books in Portuguese that have been translated into English, including The Alchemist. About the Author.

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The Alchemist

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  1. The Alchemist Paulo Coelho

  2. About the Author • Born in 1947 in Brazil • Before becoming a fulltime write, he worked as theatre director, actor, lyricist, and journalist • Written numerous books in Portuguese that have been translated into English, including The Alchemist

  3. About the Author • His books have sold more than 65 million copies in 150 countries and translated into 60 languages

  4. About the Book • The major theme is, of course, alchemy, but exactly does “alchemy” symbolize?

  5. Themes • The major theme is, of course, alchemy, but exactly does “alchemy” symbolize? Change

  6. Themes • Literally, alchemy is the process of changing metal into precious gold • It is not easy, and the alchemist possesses a unique skill, somewhat of a rare and mysterious knowledge • Santiago wants to experience change; therefore, he gave up his studies to be a shepherd and travel

  7. Other Themes • Following one’s “Personal Legend” • Fear of failure • What other themes can you think of?

  8. About the Book • What kind of narrator do we have in this book?

  9. Narrator • What kind of narrator do we have in this book? Omniscient Narrator

  10. About the Book • What types of symbolism are present in the book?

  11. Symbolism • Dreams represent the language of God • The baker and the crystal merchant represent the loss of the dream and the regret that follows • The ruined church represents Santiago’s treasure • The Old Kin represents Santiago’s need to follow the omens

  12. Symbolism • What or who does Santiago symbolize?

  13. About the Book • Setting • Andalusian region of Spain • Tangier • Al-Fayoum oasis • Pyramids in Egypt • Back to Spain • Present day

  14. Characters • Major • Santiago • Gypsy woman • Old king • Crystal merchant • Englishman • Alchemist

  15. About the Book Omniscient Narrator Why?

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