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From one of the greatest writers of our age comes a collection of stories and parables unlocking the mysteries of the human condition. Gathered from Paulo Coelho’s daily column of the same name, Maktub, meaning “it is written,” invites seekers on a journey of faith, self-reflection, and transformation. As Paulo Coelho explains, “Maktub is not a book of advice—but an exchange of experiences.”

Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its simplicity and wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of treasure buried in the Pyramids. Along the way he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself king, and an Alchemist, all of whom point Santiago in the direction of his quest.

A chance meeting in Rio takes Maria to Geneva, where she dreams of finding fame and fortune, yet ends up working the streets as a prostitute. In Geneva, Maria drifts further and further away from love while at the same time developing a fascination with sex. Eventually, Maria's despairing view of love is put to the test when she meets a handsome young painter. In this odyssey of self-discovery, Maria has to choose between pursuing a path of darkness or risking everything to find her own 'inner light'.

Following the 'three days of peace and music' at Woodstock, the 1969 gathering in Bethel, NY that would change the world forever, hippie paradises began to emerge all around the world. In the Dam Square in Amsterdam, long-haired young people wearing vibrant clothes and burning incense could be found meditating, playing music and discussing sexual liberation, the expansion of consciousness and the search for an inner truth. They were a generation refusing to live the robotic and unquestioning life that their parents had known.

Step inside this captivating account of Paulo Coehlo's pilgrimage along the road to Santiago. This fascinating parable explores the need to find one's own path. In the end, we discover that the extraordinary is always found in the ordinary and simple ways of everyday people. Part adventure story, part guide to self-discovery, this compelling tale delivers the perfect combination of enchantment and insight.

It begins with a glimpse or a passing thought. It ends in obsession. One day a renowned author discovers that his wife, a war correspondent, has disappeared leaving no trace. Though time brings more success and new love, he remains mystified - and increasingly fascinated - by her absence. Was she kidnapped, blackmailed, or simply bored with their marriage? The unrest she causes is as strong as the attraction she exerts.

Linda knows she's lucky. Yet every morning when she opens her eyes to a so-called new day, she feels like closing them again. Her friends recommend medication. But Linda wants to feel more, not less. And so she embarks on an adventure as unexpected as it is daring and that reawakens a side of her that she - respectable wife, loving mother, ambitious journalist - thought had disappeared. Even she can't predict what will happen next...

"El Alquimista" ha encontrado devotos seguidores en todo el mundo. Publicada en más de 170 países, es una de las novelas más traducidas del mundo (83 lenguas) y ha convertido a Paulo Coelho en uno de los autores más leídos de la historia.

A dancer who shocked and delighted audiences, as a confidante and courtesan she bewitched the era's richest and most powerful men. But as paranoia consumed a country at war, Mata Hari's lifestyle brought her under suspicion. In 1917 she was arrested in her hotel room on the Champs Elysees and accused of espionage. Told in Mata Hari's voice through her final letter, The Spy is the unforgettable story of a woman who dared to break the conventions of her time - and paid the price.

"Like the Flowing River" is a compilation of tales, opinions, short stories and ideas drawn from articles published by Brazilian writer Paulo in various international newspapers. Seven years of reflections, journeys and meetings: the revelation of a fascinating philosophy of life. A brilliant collection cleverly written with passion and humor. Coelho's simple words and subtle philosophy encompass reflections on solitude, the art of love or the way to become an archer, to parables on man’s struggles and journey through life.

Als Santiago, ein andalusischer Hirte, zum zweitenmal von einem Schatz im fernen Ägypten träumt, bricht er auf. Was er findet, kann von keinem Wüstendieb geraubt werden, doch jede Lebensödnis in eine Oase verwandeln. Ein magisches Buch. Ein magischer Erfolg. Weltweit über 8 Millionen verkaufte Exemplare, in über 30 Sprachen übersetzt.

"Maktub não é um livro de conselhos - mas uma troca de experiências.", Paulo Coelho. Durante um ano, Paulo Coelho teve uma coluna diária chamada Maktub no jornal Folha de S.Paulo. Nela, publicava curtíssimos textos sobre os pensamentos e as inquietações de diversas culturas. Como resultado, o autor recebia diariamente diversas cartas de leitores dizendo o quanto as colunas os inspiravam e que alguns chegavam a recortar o jornal para guardar seus textos preferidos.
Foi daí que surgiu a ideia deste livro.

Santiago, un jeune berger andalou, part à la recherche d'un trésor enfoui au pied des Pyramides. Lorsqu'il rencontre l'Alchimiste dans le désert, celui-ci lui apprend à écouter son coeur, à lire les signes du destin et, par-dessus tout, à aller au bout de son rêve.

Cada historia ofrece un camino iluminado para ver la vida y las vidas de nuestros semejantes alrededor del mundo bajo un nuevo prisma, permitiéndonos beneficiarnos de las verdades universales sobre nuestra humanidad colectiva e individual. Siguiendo el camino de sus bestsellers internacionales, esta cuidadosa colección de piezas breves e inspiradoras atraerá a lectores de todas las edades y procedencias.

"Aber woran erkennt man den Mann oder die Frau seines Lebens?", fragte Brida. "Du musst etwas riskieren", war die Antwort. "Dabei wirst du oft scheitern, du wirst enttäuscht werden, desillusioniert. Aber wenn du nie aufhörst, nach deiner Liebe zu suchen, wirst du sie am Ende finden." Eine bewegende Geschichte über Liebe, Mut und eine spirituelle Form der Erotik.

Veronika es una joven completamente normal. Es guapa, no le faltan pretendientes y tiene un buen trabajo. Su vida transcurre sin mayores sobresaltos, sin grandes alegrías ni grandes tristezas. Pero no es feliz. Por eso, una mañana de noviembre, Veronika decide acabar con su vida. Sueños y fantasías.

Tras once años, una mujer se reencuentra con su amado. La última vez que se vieron eran todavía adolescentes. Hoy, la vida los ha llevado por caminos muy distintos: ella vive en Zaragoza, prepara oposiciones y ha aprendido a dominar sus sentimientos. Él ha viajado por todo el mundo, posee el don de la curación y ha encontrado en la religión un refugio para huir de sus conflictos interiores. Pero en el reencuentro, a ambos los unirá un único deseo: el cumplir sus sueños.

"Quando você quer alguma coisa, todo o Universo conspira para que você realize seu desejo." De tempos em tempos, surge um audiolivro que muda para sempre a vida de seus leitores. "O Alquimista" é um deles. Com mais de 85 milhões de exemplares vendidos no mundo inteiro, o mais famoso título de Paulo Coelho já se estabeleceu como um clássico moderno, atemporal e universal. Mais de 25 anos após seu lançamento, segue fascinando públicos cada vez maiores, de diferentes gerações.

No eres derrotado cuando pierdes, sino cuando desistes. 14 de julio de 1099. Mientras Jerusalén se prepara para la invasión de los cruzados, un griego conocido como el Copto convoca al pueblo, jóvenes y viejos, hombres y mujeres, a reunirse junto a él. ¿Qué valores quedan cuando todo ha sido destruido?

Na obra de Paulo Coelho não faltam personagens fortes. São homens e mulheres que, para encontrar seu próprio caminho, precisam enfrentar a sociedade e, muitas vezes, eles mesmos. A protagonista deste audiolivro, Athena, faz parte desse grupo especial. Para contar sua história, Paulo Coelho recorre ao relato de diversas pessoas que a conheceram e conviveram com ela.