This book defines art. The craftsmanship of creating something so sophisticated yet at the same time so subtle is the foundation of this book. I love the way the story unfolds itself, there's a sense of personal connectivity between the reader and the ‘protagonist’ (Santiago). This book has so delicately laid many controversial ideas. The sense of serenity and solidarity of Santiago touches the reader's soul. The separation of Fatima... I don't even have words to describe this feeling. It's just pure love, as love is not something materialistic, it cannot be achieved nor bought. It can only be felt, with love come pain and my friend... Pain is the point of life, reminding you of how unstable and little you mean to the soul of the universe.