The Alchemist
a fable about following your dream
by Paulo Coelho
Reading Level 6-7 Mild (Lvl 2)
Ages 13+
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
A young shepherd sets off on a journey across deserts and distant lands in search of a mysterious treasure. Along the way, he learns to listen to his heart, trust the signs of the universe, and discover his true destiny. This inspiring tale blends adventure and wisdom to explore the power of dreams and self-discovery.
Representation & Themes
Coming of AgeAdventureFantasy World-BuildingPhilosophical
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — Mild Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Identity & Self-Discovery Adventure
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0062502182
- Pages
- 204
- Publisher
- HarperSanFrancisco
- Published
- 2002
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 39,242
Genres
Fiction
Subjects
Translations into IndonesianVoyages and travelsFictionPortuguese FictionSelf-realizationAlchemistsYoung menShepherdsNew York Times bestsellernyt:trade_fiction_paperback=2008-01-05nyt:trade_fiction_paperback=2007-12-02Fiction, visionary & metaphysicalSpain, fictionFICTION / LiteraryBODY, MIND & SPIRIT / Spirituality / GeneralBODY, MIND & SPIRIT / Inspiration & Personal GrowthFablesTranslations from EnglishThai fictionFrench languageReading materialsRussian language editionPowieść brazylijskaTłumaczenia polskieComics & graphic novels, generalMexican literatureAlquimiaNovelaPastoresAndalucía (España)AlquimistasLarge type booksFiction, fantasy, generalAlchemyQuests (Expeditions)LiteraryBODY, MIND & SPIRITSpiritualityGeneralInspiration & Personal GrowthExpeditionsParodies, imitationsComic books, stripsGraphic novelsTranslations into RussianLiteratureFicciónReading Level-Grade 11Reading Level-Grade 10Reading Level-Grade 12
People
Paulo CoelhoDaniel SampereDerek RuizSea Lion BooksHarperCollins
Places
SpainSaara DesertAndalusiaAndalusia (Spain)