The Alchemist

They all wanted to be happy and have money. Throughout the book, the boy learns to do both which makes him an alchemist in the end. The book also relates to human nature. emes of The Alchemist are searching for Personal Legends and reading omens. It made me wonder about the dreams I have had and whether or not they were omens that I should look into. He realized this and looked into it deeper and saw what good could come out of it. It was not too challenging and it made me think about different kinds of things. All of the main characters in the book were searching for their Personal Legends. It also made me think of all the strangers I have ever met and if they were omens and if I should have looked at them as more than just strangers. Once the boy was able to translate his visions to reality, he could find his treasure and his Personal Legend. This book inspires me to search for happiness in my life and not stop until I find it. Also, the book stresses that everything happens for a reason. Every time the boy was hurt or tricked, it was fate and it was supposed to happen. The book teaches to pay attention to everything that happens around you, including in your dreams and visions.