Santiago, a young shepherd from Andalusia, keeps having a recurring dream. In this dream, a child tells him to find treasure near the Egyptian pyramids. Santiago consults a gypsy who advises him to go to Egypt. A mysterious man named Melchizedek, claiming to be the King of Salem, confirms this and encourages Santiago to sell his sheep and embark on a journey. After some misadventures, Santiago becomes a wealthy crystal merchant but decides to follow his dream.<\/p>\n
He joins a caravan to Egypt and befriends an Englishman studying alchemy. Santiago learns about the secrets of alchemy, including the Philosopher’s Stone and the Elixir of Life. The Englishman is seeking an alchemist in Al-Fayoum, an oasis, and Santiago tags along. Santiago falls in love with Fatima at the oasis.<\/p>\n
Santiago has a vision of an impending attack on the oasis and warns the leaders. Thanks to his warning, the oasis successfully defends itself. The alchemist, impressed by Santiago’s dedication to his Personal Legend, accompanies him to the pyramids.<\/p>\n
While traveling through the desert, the alchemist imparts wisdom about the Soul of the World. They are captured by Arab soldiers who demand Santiago’s alchemical powers. Santiago uses his connection with the desert to create a sandstorm, astonishing the soldiers and escaping.<\/p>\n
The alchemist and Santiago continue to a Coptic monastery. There, the alchemist demonstrates turning lead into gold and gives Santiago some gold before parting ways. Santiago reaches the pyramids but is accosted by men who spare him when he shares his dream. Santiago realizes that the treasure is back at the church where he had the initial dream.<\/p>\n
He returns to Spain, finds the treasure, and plans to reunite with Fatima in Al-Fayoum.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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