Pilgrimage: A spiritual memoir of walking Spain's ancient Santiago de Compostela route―the mystical journey that inspired The Alchemist - Couverture souple

Coelho, Paulo

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0060736291 ISBN 13 : 9780060736293

Editeur : HarperTorch, 2004

Synopsis

A powerful tale of self-discovery and a journey for the ages. Get lost—and found—in the brilliant words of the renowned international bestseller, Paulo Coelho

Step into the enriching and enchanting world of The Pilgrimage, a profound parable by Paulo Coelho that marked the beginning of his legacy, paving the way to the renowned The Alchemist. These two works act as complements, with The Pilgrimage offering an intimate glimpse into Paulo Coelho's real-life spiritual transformation during his mystical walk along the fabled Santiago de Compostela route.

Part travel memoir and part spiritual guide, The Pilgrimage is a story brimming with universal lessons that resonate with seekers of introspection and literary lovers alike, offering moving insight into living with mindfulness and humility and embracing the human connection to the divine. Coelho’s artful storytelling weaves the extraordinary into the ordinary, illuminating that the profound truths of life often dwell in life’s simplest aspects.

As a gateway to Paulo Coelho’s masterpieces, and with over 250,000 copies sold, The Pilgrimage reveals the origins of his philosophy that has inspired millions worldwide to discover their unique inner guidance and overcome fear to build resilience. Whether you’re a fan of Coelho’s enchanting narratives or a first-time reader, this book invites you on an adventure—one that just might lead you to a greater understanding of yourself.

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

One of the most influential writers of our time, Paulo Coelho is the author of thirty international bestsellers, including The Alchemist, Warrior of the Light, Brida, Veronika Decides to Die, and Eleven Minutes. He is a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters and a United Nations Messenger of Peace. Paulo is the recipient of 115 international prizes and awards, among them, the Chevalier de l'Ordre National de la Légion d'Honneur (Legion of Honor). Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1947, he soon discovered his vocation for writing. He worked as a director, theater actor, songwriter, and journalist. In 1986, a special meeting led him to make the pilgrimage to Saint James Compostela (in Spain). The Road to Santiago was not only a common pilgrimage but a turning point in his existence. A year later, he wrote The Pilgrimage, an autobiographical novel that is considered the beginning of his literary career. He lives in Geneva, Switzerland.

Julia Sanches is a literary translator working from Portuguese, Spanish, and Catalan. Recent translations include Undiscovered by Gabriela Wiener, shortlisted for the International Booker Prize in 2024, Boulder by Eva Baltasar, shortlisted for the International Booker Prize in 2023, and Migratory Birds by Mariana Oliver, for which she won the 2022 PEN translation prize. Born in Brazil, she currently lives in Providence, Rhode Island.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: HarperTorch
• Date d'édition: 2004
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0060736291
• ISBN 13: 9780060736293
• Reliure: Poche
• Nombre de pages: 272
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