This was such a quick and easy read, I surprised myself by reading it in one sitting in just a few
hours. It is nothing like my usual read so my review might sound a little off. Similar to C.S. Lewis, Coelho writes with heavy religious undertones and makes no apologies for his point of view. I found it rather non-denominational when referencing religion for a novel that takes place in Egypt. This novel is based around one man's dream and those who help him interpret the meaning that lies within.
hours. It is nothing like my usual read so my review might sound a little off. Similar to C.S. Lewis, Coelho writes with heavy religious undertones and makes no apologies for his point of view. I found it rather non-denominational when referencing religion for a novel that takes place in Egypt. This novel is based around one man's dream and those who help him interpret the meaning that lies within.Santiago is a young sheepherder in Spain who has a dream about a bounteous treasure that awaits him at the pyramids in Egypt. An old gypsy woman interprets his dream and he begins a quest to claim his treasure. During his journey, Santiago experiences many trials and tribulations as he decides what lengths he'll go to in order to obtain his treasure.
Similar Novel: The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis
Length: 287 Pages
Copyright: April 2006
