The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho By Brenda Anaya

Summary Santiago, a shepherd, reoccurring dream of discovering treasure in Egypt Gypsy and claimed King persuade him to go. . . "And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you achieve it. " Sells flock of sheep and begins journey Perseveres through journey despite difficulties

Favorite Passage "What you still need to know is this: before a dream is realized, the Soul of the World tests everything that was learned along the way. It does this not because it is evil, but so that we can, in addition to realizing our dreams, master the lessons we've learned as we've moved toward that dream. That's the point at which, as we say in the language of the desert, one 'dies of thirst just when the palm trees have appeared on the horizon. '. . . Every search begins with beginner's luck. And every search ends with the victor's being severely tested. " (Page 132)

Importance of Passage INSPIRING!!! Have dreams to strive for and accomplish Remember life lessons learned throughout your journeys and adventures Little experiences have a great impact Eventually experience similar situations

My Feelings EMPOWERED Everyone and everything motivated him Instances of regret, but were overcame Connection between Santiago and the world Everyone should read this book! Valuable, amazing, breath-taking There will always be bumps in the road, but "The secret of life, though, is to fall seven times and to get up eight times" (Page vii)