The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

The Alchemist is the story of Santiago, a young shepherd from Spain who has a recurring dream about finding treasure buried at the foot of the Egyptian pyramids. Believing this is a sign, he decides to leave everything behind and follow the dream — which Coelho calls his "Personal Legend" (his true purpose in life).

As Santiago journeys across deserts, meets mystics, works for crystal merchants, and falls in love, he learns that the treasure he’s seeking is not just material — it's also internal wisdom, faith, and self-awareness. Every step on the journey teaches him something deeper about the world and himself.