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by Paulo Coelho (Author)
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  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Thorsons; New edition edition (6 Sep 1999)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0722534876
  • ISBN-13: 978-0722534878
  • Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 12.6 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,359 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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'One of the few to deserve the term "publishing phenomenon"' INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY 'His books have had a life-enhancing impact on millions of people.' THE TIMES 'His writing is like a path of energy that inadvertently leads readers to themselves, toward their mysterious and faraway souls.' LE FIGARO

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An extraordinary mixture of adventure story and guide to self-knowledge, this book recounts the spectacular trials of Paulo and his mentor, Petrus, as they journey across Spain in search of a miraculous sword. A compelling tale that delivers a powerful brew of magic and insight, The Pilgrimage recounts the amazing trials of Paulo Coelho and his mysterious mentor, Petrus, as they journey across Spain in search of a miraculous sword -- on a legendary road travelled by pilgrims of San Tiago since the Middle Ages. Paulo's visionary blend of mysticism, magical realism and folklore makes this an adventure story with a difference.

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3.0 out of 5 stars A Private Journey to Explore Self, 5 April 2007
Although "The Pilgrimage" is not Paulo Coelho's most exalted work, it is still a wonderful plunge into the mystical journey. In this book, he chronicles his own experiences on the road to Santiago de Compostela in the region of Galicia known as Celtic Spain. The journey is rich with allegory reflecting how we must face our own fears in order to engage in what he calls "the good fight". The Pilgrimage is reminiscent of Carlos Castañeda's apprenticeship with his mentor Don Juan. Paulo's guide is the enigmatic Petrus, who teaches him to face his own limitations and to break him from the "modernist" notion that our busy work is more important than exploring our inner world. There is a sweet discovery about the book that brings presence to a wisdom that includes mystical exercises worthy of our attention.
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21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Profound!, 15 Jul 2002
Having discovered Paolo Coelho's writings by accident, I can never understand why "The Alchemist" is always in the Best Sellers list! I enjoyed The Alchemist as a good, thought provoking book, but for me The Pilgrimage reaches a far higher spiritual level. It has inspired me to walk El Camino one day when i get the chance - but inside I am already walking it! One of the few books I have read twice within the space of a year!
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Very thought inspiring, 16 Aug 2000
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I walked the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage in May 2000 (800km). I read this book when I returned home after the pilgrimage. I found it most thought inspiring, it enabled me to continue my Camino after I reached the town of Santiago. The writing is beautiful and Paul expresses both the depth of his belief and the intensity of his search. This book is for everybody.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Stuff and Nonsense
I am interested in spirituality and also planning to walk The Camino next year so I decided to buy this book, having never read a Coelho novel before. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Dr. Philip Cokkinos

5.0 out of 5 stars 109 days on the Camino of Love Inspired by Coelho
In April 2003 I began a beautiful journey walking the path from my birth home to my spiritual home (Finnesterre), it took me 109 days & there are no words to describe the feelings... Read more
Published on 9 Mar 2004 by Mr Gary Davison

1.0 out of 5 stars Enlightening
The book Pilgrimage was a fantastic novel! It was intresting to read through and the RAM practices were applicable to everyday life and many of them are very useful! Read more
Published on 12 Oct 2003 by Sharanyaa

5.0 out of 5 stars I do believe Coelho walked El Camino
This book was my introduction to the Road to Santiago, which I walked on 1993, and I have no doubt that Coelho actually walked El Camino. Read more
Published on 19 Aug 2001 by pilar_piedra@hotmail.com

1.0 out of 5 stars Coelho should actually walk The Camino
It's ironic that while Coelho has inspired thousands to undertake the Pilgrimage to Santiago, it's patently obvious that he hasn't done so himself. Read more
Published on 6 Aug 2001

1.0 out of 5 stars A sad disappointment
Having already read and greatly enjoyed "The Alchemsist" and "By the banks ..." I thought it likely that this book would also be worth reading. Read more
Published on 19 Dec 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A book that can be the start to a long road
I have read the book, which is based on the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostella, on the road to Santiago. Read more
Published on 26 Sep 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Golden Medal of Galicia
As anyone who reads newspapers know, Paulo Coelho will receive on the 25th of July, the day of St. James, the Golden Medal of Galicia, one of the most important awards of Spain... Read more
Published on 29 Jun 1999

2.0 out of 5 stars a new age version of the legendary journey to Compostela
I discovered this book during my first journey on the road to Compostela in 1991. All the young Spaniards had a copy in their back pack. Read more
Published on 26 Jun 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Setting the record straight
See my reviews below. Just to set the record straight, a few days after my last review of September 30, 1998 was published I received an email from Paulo himself who assured me... Read more
Published on 21 Jun 1999

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