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The Pilgrimage

By: Paulo Coelho
Narrated by: Sean Runnette
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Publisher's summary

The Pilgrimage paved the way to Paulo Coehlo's international best-selling novel The Alchemist. In many ways, these two volumes are companions - to truly comprehend one, you must read the other.

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.

©2006 Paulo Coelho (P)2009 HarperCollins Publishers

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Hard-hitting and amazing

What made the experience of listening to The Pilgrimage the most enjoyable?

The narrator's voice was spot on for such a book. It really captured the confusion, desperation and "lost" of 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.

What other book might you compare The Pilgrimage to and why?

It's like the Alchemist, but head on full on hard hitting lessons - lessons that make you cringe at times, but worth it.

Which scene was your favorite?

All of it.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It definitely made me uneasy at times... and laugh a few times.

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Amazing Novel!

This novel immediately captures your attention with the rich words of wisdom and imagery. After I started listening, I was instantly immersed in this fascinating story of personal wisdom, spirituality, and esoteric knowledge.

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after the amazing story and narration of The Alchemist....
I waited 4 months read it again and it was amazing 👏 I was not ready the first time

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intriguing

I'm not sure what to think of this story is it true or is it made up it's written in the premise like it's true but it's a little odd at times.

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Excellent, Favorite Coelho Book So Far!

What did you love best about The Pilgrimage?

Fantastic example of a well written "hero's journey" style novel.

What other book might you compare The Pilgrimage to and why?

The Alchemist is similar yet very different, loved them both.

What insight do you think you’ll apply from The Pilgrimage?

Sometimes it takes a real "break" from the routine to appreciate what's already in front of your face!

Any additional comments?

Me = middle aged, educated, married, husband and dad, professional, executive always seeking, learning, finding depth and meaning to life ... if that describes you too, then READ THIS BOOK!

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Inspiring and Intriguing

Loved the writing and narration. I've only recently discovered "The Alchemist" and have since listened to several Paulo Coelho books, none have disappointed, this was certainly no exception especially if you have any previous interest in The Camino De Santiago. It's very thought provoking, highly recommend this audiobook.

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Good book, weird narrator voice

The story is very good and well written. The voice of the narrator is quite surprising, though, and if I hadn't wanted to listen to that book so much, only his voice would have turned me away. But he does well the interpretation of the different people in the story.

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The book is great, audio...average

It is well read, but I listened to it in an iPhone 6s and 60% of the beginning of every word in each sentence was "cut" and in some cases it is not understood.

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great story

if you enjoyed and got something out of "The Alchemist", you'll really enjoy this.

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Absolutely Enthralling

The narrator did a ABSOLUTELY STUNNING job!!
Every chapter was captivating to listen to, the emotions/feelings and message partnered with each sentence was wonderfully expressed. Narrator kept me interested in storyline the entire 8 hour book

The actual story by Coelho is, for lack of a better word, phenomenal. 11/10 would recommend reading to everyone I speak to- the story is a life changing experience that everyone should share.
The meaning behind the book resonates with a broad range of readers and has an inspirational faith based message behind it

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