KAUSTAV BHATTACHARJEE

The story is about a young shepherd Santiago and his journey following his dream and his quest. The story is linear and follows the various travails of the shepherd in his quest for treasure. Though it is a simple story, but what keeps this book apart is the narration and philosophical elements included in it. Paulo Coelho uses a very lucid and clear language to emphasise on some simple things which one should follow in life. In his quest for treasure, Santiago encounters various things like love, deceit, hatred, happiness, dejections and all. He learns various lessons which play the central plot.The various illustrations and poetic annotations are something which make this book a masterpiece and a must read. Some quotes from the book: "When you really desire for something, the entire universe conspires in helping you achieve it." "Life attracts life." "The darkest hour of the night just comes before the dawn."