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“Every blessing ignored becomes a curse. I don't want anything else in life. But you are forcing me to look at wealth and at horizons I have never known. Now that I have seen them, and now that I see how immense my possibilities are, I'm going to feel worse than I did before you arrived. Because I know the things I should be able to accomplish, and I don't want to do so.”

Quote by Paulo Coelho

Book:The Alchemist - 10th Anniversary Edition
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The Alchemist - 10th Anniversary Edition

This special edition of 'The Alchemist' commemorates the 10th anniversary of the original publication. The story follows Santiago, a shepherd boy from Spain, as he embarks on a journey to Egypt in search of a hidden treasure. Along the way, he encounters various characters and learns valuable life lessons about personal destiny and the pursuit of dreams. more

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Paulo Coelho
Paulo Coelho

Paulo Coelho, born on August 24, 1947, is a renowned Brazilian author and lyricist. His works are characterized by profound philosophical thoughts and rich imagination, with his most famous novel being 'The Alchemist'. more

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