The Alchemist

"One of the books I’ve given most as a gift."

"One of Ryan Shea's 4 answers to "what is the book (or books) you’ve given most as a gift?"

"I spent an inspiring evening with Paolo at his Rio home, around the time we were launching Spotify in Brazil. It was fascinating to talk to him about how this book came to be such a hit — he never backed down, and allowed people to read it for free in order to then boost sales — much like how Spotify’s freemium model was perceived in the early days."

"It was fascinating to talk to [the author] about how this book came to be such a hit—he never backed down, and he allowed people to read it for free in order to then boost sales."

"The key to life is alchemy… (There is a wonderful book by Paulo Coelho called “The Alchemist” which you should read) You have to be able to take your hardships... And turn them into foundations that you can build upon. When I got stabbed in the face..."

"A wonderful book."

"One of my favourite books is the Alchemist of Paolo Coelho, and I just believe that I can create whatever I want to create, if I will put my head on right, study it, learn the patterns. I just feel very strongly that we are who we choose to be."

"One of my favorite books."

"Will help you implement ways of applying successful traits to your life that will take you up."

"A crazy story."

"It’s that reminder that as you go out in the world and you’re looking for all these things, sometimes it is within us."

"This simple little book contains hugely profound meaning."

"Speaks of everyone having an ultimate goal in life, but most of us are too afraid to pursue it. The encouragement to fulfill your dreams is very inspirational!"

"One of the first books that profoundly changed my life for the better."

"@ErskineMarinda Love it! There's a great quote in the Alchemist: When you're on the right path the universe conspires to help you!"

"Patrick Bet-David recommended this book on his website."

"The more and more that you dream and actually talk about something that you want to do, it can become true."

"I've only probably read 4 books cover to cover. [This is one of them.]"

"I’ve loved The Alchemist for a very long time."

"The most important messages shared in the most beautiful story."

"Great book."

"A remarkable book and I heartily recommend it."

"[One of] the 10 best fiction books."