By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department Compilation & Report
Paulo Coelho’s life is even more legendary than the worlds he created in his books. The most influential Latin American master of humanistic novels, Paulo Coelho, has captivated over 150 countries worldwide since 1988 with *The Alchemist*. To date, 30 of his books have been translated into 80 languages, achieving a record-breaking sales figure of 165 million copies. Yet, before this success, life’s hardships constantly weighed heavily on him. He not only had a falling out with his father, was admitted to and released from psychiatric hospitals multiple times, indulged in rock ‘n’ roll and lived a wild lifestyle, but was also imprisoned and tortured by the government. Still, he never gave up on his desire to change the world through words. By a twist of fate, Paulo embarked on a pilgrimage to an ancient Spanish city. This journey would grant him the courage and strength that became the turning point to reverse his life.
Pilgrimage Journey: Paulo Coelho Film Stills (Provided by Gaya Films)
When you want something with all your heart
The whole universe conspires to help you achieve it
Pilgrimage Journey: Photo of Paulo Coelho (provided by GaiYing)
Pilgrimage Journey: Photo of Paulo Coelho (provided by GaiYing)
Pilgrimage Journey: Photo of Paulo Coelho (provided by GaiYing)
Pilgrimage Journey: Photo of Paulo Coelho (provided by GaiYing)
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