Aleph by Paulo Coelho

Book Summary:

In "Aleph," Coelho, the protagonist, confronts a crisis of faith and seeks spiritual renewal. He embarks on a transformative journey, traveling across Africa, Europe, and Asia via the Trans-Siberian Railway. Along the way, he encounters Hilal, a talented young violinist who, intriguingly, is revealed to be a woman he loved and betrayed five centuries earlier. This meeting sparks a mystical voyage through time and space, teaching profound lessons about love, forgiveness, and overcoming life's challenges.

About the Author: 

Paulo Coelho, born on August 24, 1947, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a renowned novelist and lyricist. Before pursuing a writing career, he worked as a theatre director, actor, journalist, and songwriter. In 1986, Coelho embarked on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage, an experience that deeply influenced his spiritual journey and later writings. His most celebrated work, "The Alchemist" (1988), has been translated into 83 languages and has sold over 320 million copies worldwide. 

Coelho's literary works often explore themes of spirituality, self-discovery, and personal growth, resonating with a global audience.