Synopses & Reviews
From the author of The Alchemist, a unique and edifying literary journey inspired by the four elements. One of the world's best-loved storytellers, Paulo Coelho has brought joy and wisdom to millions. In Inspirations, his arrangement of his personal favorite literary classics is as selective as a bouquet of flowers, a gift to his readers. This compendium of works will becomes a perennial gift and perfect companion to Coelho's own bestselling classic, The Alchemist.
Coelho's inspiration draws from each work' affinity to the four elements.
Earth includes Oscar Wilde and D.H. Lawrence
Air includes Nelson Mandela and Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Fire includes Rumi and Mary Shelley
Water includes Hans Christian Andersen and Niccolo Machiavelli
Synopsis
From the author of "The Alchemist" comes a unique and edifying literary journey inspired by the four elements. Includes works by Oscar Wilde, Nelson Mandela, Rumi, and Hans Christian Andersen.
About the Author
Paulo Coelho, one of the most widely read authors in the world, is the author of The Alchemist, among other books. He has been a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters since 2002 and was named a United Nations Messenger of Peace in 2007.