The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho is a modern allegory offering a story to describe how people should live their lives.
Started: December 10, 2010
Completed: December 13, 2010
Recommendation: Not recommended
Recommended by: My neighbors read it and thought the beginning was good but it fizzled.
Review: Sort of a "The Secret" meets "The Celestine Prophecy" kind of book. I'm not buying that the universe wants me to meet my goals and will work on my behalf.
