Beware of solitude. It is as addictive as the most dangerous of drugs.

Forgiveness is a two way street.Whenever we forgive someone, we are also forgiving ourselves. The act of forgiveness cleanses the astral plane and shows us the true light of Divinity.

Forgive

When we follow our dreams, we can sometimes give others the impression that we are poor, unhappy wretches, but it doesn't matter what other people think; what matters is the joy in our heart.

Following Dreams

Everything always turns out well in the end. If things aren't going well, that's because you haven't yet reached the end.

Invites seekers on a journey of faith, self reflection and transformation. As Coelho explains, 'Maktub' is not a book of advice - but an exchange of experiences.

A NATIONAL BESTSELLERAn essential companion to the inspirational classic The Alchemist, filled with timeless stories of reflection and rediscovery.From one of the greatest writers of our age comes a collection of stories and parables unlocking the mysteries of the human condition. Gathered from Paulo Coelho’s daily column of the same name, Maktub, meaning “it is written,” invites seekers on a journey of faith, self-reflection, and transformation. As Paulo Coelho explains, “Maktub is not a book of advice—but an exchange of experiences.”Each story offers an illuminated path to see life and the lives of our fellow people around the world in new ways, allowing us to tap into universal truths about our collective and individual humanity. As Coelho writes, “a man who seeks only the light, while shirking his responsibilities, will never find illumination. And one who keep his eyes fixed upon the sun . . . ends up blind.” These wise tales offer the perspective of talking snakes, old women climbing mountains, disciples querying their masters, Buddha in dialogue, mysterious hermits, and many saints addressing the mysteries of the universe.Following the path of his previous internationally bestselling works, this thoughtful collection of short, inspirational pieces, introduced in a foreword by the author and illustrated with black-and-white line art throughout, will engage seekers of all ages and backgrounds.

Understand yourself and those around you.

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Paulo Coelho de Souza is a Brazilian lyricist and novelist and a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters since 2002. His novel The Alchemist became an international best-seller and he has published 30 more books since then.

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