PLOT STRUCTURE ANALYSIS

The Alchemist is written in the format of a fable. Coelho chose the fable format to teach a simplistic and easy to follow story of human life and human nature. The fable approach also helps to draw the reader into a heart-warming and.......

THEMES - THEME ANALYSIS

The theme of one's own Personal Legend occurs many times in the story. It refers to that which is your own dream or goal in life and is part of the path God has created for you. You have the free will to turn your back on your Personal Legend, but it is a decision which you could live to regret. Most people never achieve it, because it is a journey filled with hardships and many turn back. For those who continue their search, the fulfillment of their Personal Legend is immensely satisfying and rewarding. For Santiago, his Personal........

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