The Alchemist

Over the next few months I'll be reading a book called "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coehlo. This book is about a shepherd boy who travels to Egypt, in search for a hidden treasure buried in the Pyramids. On his journey, he encounters many different people who help direct him in his quest. Little did The shepherd boy, Santiago, know that his journey wouldn't be about the worldly treasure he's been seeking, but the treasures found within his adventures.

I chose this book becuase I feel like I'm in a pivotal time in my life where I'm experiencing a very similar path as Santiago. Most of my time lately has been spent trying to figure out what I want to do in my future, where I want to go to school, and who I want to be. Through all of these major decisions and thinking that I am doing, I've gotten the opportunity to learn even more about myself and about life in general. Specifically through my internship, and working in a professional work place, I have learned a lot about the real world and how to be an adult in a work environment. And how to interact with different types of people and situations.

In the first section of The Alchemist so far, the author begins by setting the scene for the rest of the book. The main character, Santiago, is in his hometown where he is a shepherd, who sells his sheep's wool. He soon encounters a merchant's daughter who enchants him, and fascinates him. The merchant was more than satisfied with Santiago's wool and his service, and promised to come back next year. Santiago accepts the compliments, and looks forward to the merchant's return, mainly so that he can see his enchanting daughter once more. 

I'm excited to continue reading this book, and to learn more about an adventure that unexpectedly turned into something greater and deeper than intended! 

~LH