The Alchemist
World Literature
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1. The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho, has a very good plot. Paulo Coelho is telling the readers that they can either discover their personal dreams or ruin it. The people that want to conquer their legend will always have many challenges to face, but that shouldn't stop them from trying and finding ways to complete the challenge. The people that give up on their obstacle and chooses to quit striving for their legend will not have a second chance. 2. Santiago, the main character in the book, and is characterized as an out going Shepard in a city near an ancient castle in Andalusia. Santiago, a boy, is unshakeable, creative, and has no interest in money or wealth, but wants to succeed in the dreams he most cares about. He is also a character that learns fast and no matter the challenges he faces he never gives up. For example, the owner of the store that Santiago worked in even said, "The boy's very presence in the shop was an omen, and, as time passed and money was pouring into the cash drawer, he had no regrets about having hired the boy." (79). Through Santiago's mentally quick and motivational ways, he can achieve any challenge given to him.
3. A minor character in The Alchemist, Melchizedek, plays a huge role in Santiago's journey. Melchizedek, a King from Salem, inspires Santiago to pursue in his legend and to not quit. He is a smart and wise King who made Santiago realize that he should never forget the small things in life. "Well, there is only one piece of advice I can give you,' said the wisest of wise men. 'The secret of happiness is to see all the marvels of the world, and never to forget the drops of oil on the spoon.'" (55). Melchizedek wants to teach Santiago to always focus on the smaller things in life because they are just as important than the bigger things in life.
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BigUce44
1. The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho, has a very good plot. Paulo Coelho is telling the readers that they can either discover their personal dreams or ruin it. The people that want to conquer their legend will always have many challenges to face, but that shouldn't stop them from trying and finding ways to complete the challenge. The people that give up on their obstacle and chooses to quit striving for their legend will not have a second chance. 2. Santiago, the main character in the book, and is characterized as an out going Shepard in a city near an ancient castle in Andalusia. Santiago, a boy, is unshakeable, creative, and has no interest in money or wealth, but wants to succeed in the dreams he most cares about. He is also a character that learns fast and no matter the challenges he faces he never gives up. For example, the owner of the store that Santiago worked in even said, "The boy's very presence in the shop was an omen, and, as time passed and money was pouring into the cash drawer, he had no regrets about having hired the boy." (79). Through Santiago's mentally quick and motivational ways, he can achieve any challenge given to him.
3. A minor character in The Alchemist, Melchizedek, plays a huge role in Santiago's journey. Melchizedek, a King from Salem, inspires Santiago to pursue in his legend and to not quit. He is a smart and wise King who made Santiago realize that he should never forget the small things in life. "Well, there is only one piece of advice I can give you,' said the wisest of wise men. 'The secret of happiness is to see all the marvels of the world, and never to forget the drops of oil on the spoon.'" (55). Melchizedek wants to teach Santiago to always focus on the smaller things in life because they are just as important than the bigger things in life.
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