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| "To realize one's destiny is a person's only obligation." |
"The Alchemist" is a story about Santiago, a Spanish shepherd boy who travels the world in search of his personal legend, or purpose in life. The book was a birthday gift a couple years ago and is currently a top bestseller1 on Amazon. Having finished it, I understand why – it gently pokes at the ideas of meaning and purpose many people begin pondering in young adulthood.
A few minor plot details below.
