The Alchemist - JEM
Reviewed by Joe-aan from Cape Town, South Africa on 19 February 2013
after all the hype about the alchemist all my life, i finally have my own soft copy... what an amazing read and inspiring into the realm of life, belief and a connectedness to spirit.
i've not finished it yet, however, i'm certainly suggesting it as a calm, soothing read. to assist with silencing the mind. a guide to focus on the self, self love and how to be true to one's own journey.
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Good read, yip!
Reviewed by General Marshall from Port Elizabeth on 04 June 2013
story is simple and straightforward, interesting, captivating, and keeps one wanting to unravel the next event. very simple style of writing, with focus on the morale of the story: trials and tribulations in following one's destiny/dream - the rewards of such. Most characters in the book not referred to by name; so that takes some of the confusion out of the story. Like i told my bro-in-law; wish i had read it when i was a bit younger... but i'm not really worried because i'm still on the that path - i think in the desert currently!
Recommended to those following a certain light in their lives
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Maybe dreams do come true!
Reviewed by Shivani on 15 August 2011
50 of 103 people found the following review helpful:
I purposely read 2 pages a night just so that I could stretch the inspiration over many days as opposed to finishing the book in a day! A great read for the soul!
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Read, Read and Reread!
Reviewed by Dayne from Johannesburg, South Africa on 14 April 2011
260 of 530 people found the following review helpful:
A life changing journey through self discovery, discovery of others, and a reminder of the power of the universe. If you haven't read it, you've lost out.
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Heart Warming
Reviewed by Lia from Gauteng, South Africa on 01 October 2003
1074 of 2188 people found the following review helpful:
This is a lovely, simply written book that touches your heart and soul. A journey not just for the main character but for the reader as well. I'd read it over and over again! Brilliant!
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Eye opener
Reviewed by Unknown from Pretoria, South Africa on 02 August 2006
892 of 1835 people found the following review helpful:
It was great, I loved it! Changed my way of thinking.
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Unaffected
Reviewed by Emma from Stellenbosch on 20 November 2005
1667 of 3414 people found the following review helpful:
This book is worth reading because it wasn't written by the author's ego; it was written by something beyond. The author does not put on an act or become pretentious at all. All is straightforward and direct, with a clear intention.
If you don't like being moved by a book, don't read this! Good books are worth connecting with emotionally. And this book, although overexposed, is an exceptional and classic story.
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