This is a small book review of the international bestseller The Alchemist by Paulo Coehlo. This amazing novel inspires one to look deep inside to find the personal motives to living life and to embrace it. This book showed a wonderful story of a boy who followed his dreams and eventually lead him to the treasure that he has been searching for all his life. He encountered many obstacles and situations where he never gave up. This crafty piece of art delves into the soul and explains some of the fundamental principles in alchemy and skills in life. The climax of the book took place when the boy spoke the Language of the World and was able to become One with the "hand that wrote all". This book really spoke to my heart because I myself am following my Personal Legend which has caused me to make some drastic life changes in order to accomplish God's Will.
The books has very deep meanings to it that would never get old if you read it over and over again. The book I bought was the hardcover version with beautiful artwork in it. No matter how hard it rains, you have to push forward in what you believe in. Those following their Personal Legends will at first encounter "beginner's luck", but then as they progress on their path...it will become more challenging and difficult. The small biography about the author was very inspirational as well because it showed the many challenges he faced while trying to find his Personal Legend and how he overcame it all. The only way this book could be better was if it was longer (took me about 3 hours to read), but it makes for a nice quick read and I look forward to reading more of his books.
***The artwork attached is of my own creation although I drew none of the images; I found the pictures on Google and DeviantArt and I incorporated them into this lovely picture explaining the hidden processes of Alchemy. If you have any questions about it let me know and I will be happy to explain.
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