Conclusion Of The Alchemist

Book Analysis

The Alchemist

1.Story

The Alchemist is a novel (book) written by Paulo Coelho in 1988. The book tells a story about a shepherd boy, who owns a herd of sheep. His name is Santiago. In his sleep, he has dreamt a dream at two occasions that he needs to go to the pyramids of Egypt to find treasures.

In the beginning, he distrusts the dream; he is unsure if he has to follow and accomplish the dream. But, later on, as he gets a prophecy from an old woman, who interprets his dream and confirms him to follow just his dream. Despite the confirmation, he is not so interested in the dream. This is mainly because of two reasons. One, he hasn't enough courage to sell his sheep or leave them behind. Second, he falls for a beauty of a girl who...show more content...

He has lived there thirty good years in selling and buying crystal pieces. It is this shop, where Santiago works before continuing his journey. Melchizedek : An old man who explains himself as King of Salem, with magical power ,helps Santiago to make a decision ,'' when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it''(p.22). He also gives Santiago the magical stones Urim and Thummim. Englishman: seeks the true alchemist after his friend, who has returned from an archeological expedition in the desert, tells him about an Arab with exceptional power. He, himself, travels now in the desert to find the alchemist real.

The alchemist: A man who resides in Al–Fayoum Oasis. He possesses a powerful magic and saves lives because he sees through to the soul of the world. He is the one who points the direction of the treasure to Santiago.

Fatima: A beautiful girl, whom Santiago is in love with, who lives at Al–Fayoum Oasis.

Gypsy: An old woman, in Tarifa, who interprets Santiago's dream

5. Language and style

The language is simple, direct and short sentences are used. The story is told in past tense by a third person who knows the feelings and thoughts of the characters in the