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Paulo Coelho on the Road to Santiago
Paulo Coelho has led an extremely
interesting life. Rebelliousness defined
his youth. He was a hippie. He wrote
popular lyrics for some of Brazil's most
famous pop music stars, including Elis
Regina and Raul Seixas. Shortly after, he
worked as a journalist.
Part Two ends with how he finally reaches the end of his
journey, but then realizes where the treasure actually is.
Each part includes stars to break up the text.
There are 12 stars in Part One and 29 stars in Part Two, and each indicates a
change of pace or subject within the text.
The book closes with an Epilogue that tells how the boy
recovers the treasure and sums up his journey.
This book is set up to feel like a story is being
told to the reader. While the boy Santiago is
the protagonist, and the story is about him,
it is told by an omniscient narrator who is
able to give insights into the personal
growth of the boy. The narrator makes many
statements about life and love, religion and
destiny, and therefore gives the impression
of the divine.
Because the nature of this book is journey-based, the
setting changes throughout the boy’s travels. However,
in general the setting is the path from southern Spain
to the pyramids in Egypt.
EXCR: Research levanters,
siroccos and other regional
weather features described in
the book.
Al-Fayoum (oasis in Tangier (p. 44)
Egypt) Coptic Monastery
Tarifa Ceuta (p. 44)
El Cairum (p.76) Moors (p.27)
Salem (Jeru”salem”) Mecca (p. 54)
Nile Sahara Desert (36)
Bildungsroman— (novel of growth—coming of age
story) major theme is the intellectual, moral, and
spiritual development of a young protagonist
(Santiago). His experiences cross many cultures, but
the inner development echoes that of most students in
secondary schools.
Journey—The boy takes a literal journey across many
lands in order to find the treasure that he seeks. The
book raises the timeless question of whether the
journey is more important to than the destination.
Since the journey’s destination is where he began, the
author leaves this question up for debate.
Fate versus Will
Fate is constantly intertwined with will
How much of life is under one's control?
How much is controlled by fate?
The old king states that the world's
greatest lie is that "at some point during our
lives, we lose control of what's happening to us,
and our lives become controlled by fate."
Self-Discovery—Santiago must learn to trust
himself and learn how to trust others as he
travels to fulfill his Personal Legend. This is not
unlike the struggles of those who read the book.
Does it dry up
like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore--
And then run?
Or does it explode?
10. Define the word Bedouins (p. 84) and explain what
they have to do with the novel.
11. Define the word oasis (p. 86) and explain what it
has to do with the novel.
12. The oasis is described in great detail. How do its
lushness, laughter and color reflect what Santiago
finds there? Use quotes to support your answer.
How does the fact that the novel is set in both Spain and
Africa play an important part in the events of the plot?
What elements of life in these countries seem to play a key
role in the main conflict? How does the setting differ from
your own culture?
Describe the climax of the novel. How does the boy react to
the climax?
Coelho states that “simple things are the most valuable
and only wise people appreciate them.” Produce a
written or artistic response (or bring something to
class) which depicts something that is “simple” yet
valuable to you.
Why did you feel that way? Did you regain control?
Santiago is told that “people are afraid to pursue their most
important dreams because they feel they don’t deserve them,
or that they’ll be unable to achieve them.” Create a written or
artistic response to the following: