The Alchemist

Paulo Coelho's best-known novel follows Santiago, a young Andalusian shepherd who leaves his flock behind after a recurring dream of treasure near the pyramids of Egypt. On the road through North Africa he meets a king, a merchant, an Englishman and an alchemist, and each teaches him something about listening to his own heart. It is a short, simple fable about following a dream, loved by readers of all ages. The text is in Persian (Farsi/Dari).

Author: Paulo Coelho

Translator: Hossein Naeimi

Persian title: کیمیاگر

Bought from a Kabul bookshop and hand-delivered — the recipient inspects it at the door before accepting. The edition and cover may differ from the photo.