Maktub: An Inspirational Companion To The Alchemist

Maktub: An Inspirational Companion To The Alchemist

An Essential Companion To The Inspirational Classic The Alchemist, Filled With Timeless Stories Of Reflection And Rediscovery.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 CoelhoS 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.Each Story Offers An Illuminated Path To See Life And The Lives Of Our Fellow People Around The World In New Ways, Allowing Us To Tap Into Universal Truths About Our Collective And Individual Humanity. As Coelho Writes, A Man Who Seeks Only The Light, While Shirking His Responsibilities, Will Never Find Illumination. And One Who Keep His Eyes Fixed Upon The Sun . . . Ends Up Blind. These Wise Tales Offer The Perspective Of Talking Snakes, Old Women Climbing Mountains, Disciples Querying Their Masters, Buddha In Dialogue, Mysterious Hermits, And Many Saints Addressing The Mysteries Of The Universe.Following The Path Of His Previous Internationally Bestselling Works, This Thoughtful Collection Of Short, Inspirational Pieces, Introduced In A Foreword By The Author And Illustrated With Black-And-White Line Art Throughout, Will Engage Seekers Of All Ages And Backgrounds.