The Alchemist is a novel by Paulo Coelho that was first published in 1988. Read key facts, a plot summary, and important quotes.
Summary
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Characters
See a complete list of the characters in The Alchemist and in-depth analyses of Santiago, The Alchemist, The Crystal Merchant, Melchizedek, The Englishman, and Fatima.
Literary Devices
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Quotes
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By Theme
- Personal Legends
- Nature
- Fear
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By Character
- Santiago
- The Alchemist
- Melchizedek
- The Crystal Merchant
- Fatima
Quick Quizzes
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Essays
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Further Study
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