Paulo Coelho
The Pilgrimage, published in 1987, was inspired by Coelho’s journey on the Way of St James, otherwise known as the Camino De Santiago in Spain. Listen to The Pilgrimage audiobook narrated by Sean Runnette.
Coelho’s next book, The Alchemist, first published in 1988 and translated into English in 1993, has now sold more than 30mn copies. The book has captured the attention of people all over the world and has some high profile fans – Bill Clinton was spotted carrying a copy of The Alchemist, and Madonna once recommended it to Oprah Winfrey. Listen to The Alchemist audiobook, narrated by British actor Jeremy Irons.
Since writing The Alchemist, Coelho has gone on to write many more popular books including The Supreme Gift (1991), By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept (1994), The Zahir (2005), Adultery (2014), and The Spy (2016).
Coelho is the recipient of a number of awards and honours including being appointed a member of the Academy of Letters of Brazil, and a Messenger of Peace for the United Nations.
In addition to writing books, Coelho writes on his personal website and shares regular updates on social media with his millions of fans. One way that Coelho gives back is via the Paulo Coelho Institute which supports the education and welfare of more than 400 underprivileged children in Rio de Janeiro. The Institute is financed largely by Coelho’s book royalties.
Growing up in Rio de Janeiro, Coelho found himself institutionalized as a teenager. His parents thought he had severe mental health issues and were seeking to help him. After his release he enrolled in law school, but soon dropped out and spent time travelling. He went on to collaborate with musicians, writing lyrics for their songs. In 1974, lyrics he had written led to his arrest by Brazil’s ruling militia. Coelho also spent time as a theatre director, actor, and journalist before becoming an author. Paulo Coelho was born 24 August 1947 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Paulo Coelho Audiobooks
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The Pilgrimage
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Sean Runnette
- Length: 7 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 146
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 125
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Story4 out of 5 stars 127
Step inside this captivating account of Paulo Coehlo's pilgrimage along the road to Santiago. This fascinating parable explores the need to find one's own path. In the end, we discover that the extraordinary is always found in the ordinary and simple ways of everyday people. Part adventure story, part guide to self-discovery, this compelling tale delivers the perfect combination of enchantment and insight.
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3 out of 5 stars
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not for me yet
- By Jasmine on 23-05-2016
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The Alchemist
- A Fable About Following Your Dream
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Jeremy Irons
- Length: 4 hrs
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 4,169
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 3,596
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 3,588
Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its simplicity and wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of treasure buried in the Pyramids. Along the way he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself king, and an Alchemist, all of whom point Santiago in the direction of his quest.
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2 out of 5 stars
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wouldn't recommend
- By Larissa on 04-09-2017
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The Spy
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Hillary Huber, Paul Boehmer
- Length: 3 hrs and 43 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 20
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 18
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Story4 out of 5 stars 17
A dancer who shocked and delighted audiences, as a confidante and courtesan she bewitched the era's richest and most powerful men. But as paranoia consumed a country at war, Mata Hari's lifestyle brought her under suspicion. In 1917 she was arrested in her hotel room on the Champs Elysees and accused of espionage. Told in Mata Hari's voice through her final letter, The Spy is the unforgettable story of a woman who dared to break the conventions of her time - and paid the price.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Brilliant Story
- By Anonymous User on 22-10-2022
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The Supreme Gift
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Kenneth B. Edwards
- Length: 1 hr and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 19
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 15
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Story5 out of 5 stars 15
At the end of the 19th century, the young missionary Henry Drummond was asked to replace a famous preacher. Though at the beginning he did not convince the audience, they were soon captivated by his analysis of the words of the Apostle Paul. This sermon, The Greatest Thing in the World, has become a classic and is, without doubt, one of the most beautiful texts ever written on love.
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The Pilgrimage
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Sean Runnette
- Length: 7 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 146
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 125
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Story4 out of 5 stars 127
Step inside this captivating account of Paulo Coehlo's pilgrimage along the road to Santiago. This fascinating parable explores the need to find one's own path. In the end, we discover that the extraordinary is always found in the ordinary and simple ways of everyday people. Part adventure story, part guide to self-discovery, this compelling tale delivers the perfect combination of enchantment and insight.
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3 out of 5 stars
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not for me yet
- By Jasmine on 23-05-2016
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The Alchemist
- A Fable About Following Your Dream
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Jeremy Irons
- Length: 4 hrs
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 4,169
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 3,596
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 3,588
Paulo Coelho's enchanting novel has inspired a devoted following around the world. This story, dazzling in its simplicity and wisdom, is about an Andalusian shepherd boy named Santiago who travels from his homeland in Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of treasure buried in the Pyramids. Along the way he meets a Gypsy woman, a man who calls himself king, and an Alchemist, all of whom point Santiago in the direction of his quest.
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2 out of 5 stars
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wouldn't recommend
- By Larissa on 04-09-2017
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The Spy
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Hillary Huber, Paul Boehmer
- Length: 3 hrs and 43 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 20
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 18
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Story4 out of 5 stars 17
A dancer who shocked and delighted audiences, as a confidante and courtesan she bewitched the era's richest and most powerful men. But as paranoia consumed a country at war, Mata Hari's lifestyle brought her under suspicion. In 1917 she was arrested in her hotel room on the Champs Elysees and accused of espionage. Told in Mata Hari's voice through her final letter, The Spy is the unforgettable story of a woman who dared to break the conventions of her time - and paid the price.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Brilliant Story
- By Anonymous User on 22-10-2022
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The Supreme Gift
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Kenneth B. Edwards
- Length: 1 hr and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 19
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 15
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Story5 out of 5 stars 15
At the end of the 19th century, the young missionary Henry Drummond was asked to replace a famous preacher. Though at the beginning he did not convince the audience, they were soon captivated by his analysis of the words of the Apostle Paul. This sermon, The Greatest Thing in the World, has become a classic and is, without doubt, one of the most beautiful texts ever written on love.
Audiobook Review — The Pilgrimage by Paulo Coehlo
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The Pilgrimage
- By: Paulo Coelho
- Narrated by: Sean Runnette
- Length: 7 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 146
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars 125
-
Story4 out of 5 stars 127
Step inside this captivating account of Paulo Coehlo's pilgrimage along the road to Santiago. This fascinating parable explores the need to find one's own path. In the end, we discover that the extraordinary is always found in the ordinary and simple ways of everyday people. Part adventure story, part guide to self-discovery, this compelling tale delivers the perfect combination of enchantment and insight.
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3 out of 5 stars
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not for me yet
- By Jasmine on 23-05-2016
“The narrator’s voice was spot on for such a book. It really captured the confusion, desperation … that Paulo was experiencing throughout the events, and it instantly starts with such emotion which flows through the entire book. Every time you stop to listen to it, bang, you’re right back into the world where you know nothing and are questioning everything, purely because of the superb narration.” Benjamin, Audible listener.