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The Alchemist

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The Alchemist is a wonderful novel with insite into the 16th Century. It brings you to another dimension in time and takes you on a roller coaster ride through the period. The turmoil of these times is deeply felt and makes you appreciate the true essence of Life. It reminds you of what Giordano Bruno went through when speaking up for what he believed during a time when certain truths were unspeakable. Surfice it to say, "I thought this book was inspirational, to say the least." Take a chance and experience a reading adventure!

I loved the Alchemist. It is a riveting novel and seems to have so much profound knowledge. It is also wonderful for those eager for more knowledge about the medieval philosopher Giordano Bruno whose progressive, yet ancient philosophical theories led to his death at the hands of the Inquisition in Rome.

Highly Reccomended!

David Hirschorn Coral Gables, FL

The Alchemist is a fascinating novel that makes you feel as if you were living during the Renaissance. It's a great historical window into the 16th Century. I especially like the focus on Alchemy - an art that is not only material but rather spiritual and leads to a real transformation of the human being.

I really enjoyed reading The Alchemist. It's the kind of book that you
want to read to the very end without stopping. I think its secret is
the author's ability to awaken not only our adventurous imagination but
a sense of justice and heroism as well.

Imagine you are transported into the darkest time of the Middle Ages,
when freedom of thought and heart was a life threatening reality; when
dignity and respect of individuality were blackened by the mud of
ignorance.

The story shows that the forces of ignorance can be fought with Love.
Even in the darkest times there is always light and hope - It
demonstrates the importance of courage.

I recommend this book!

"The Alchemist" transports you back into the Middle Ages. It's a novel about the search for meaning and truth in the midst of chaos and ignorance. The story is about the life of Pablo Simon, a young alchemist searching for truth during the Inquisition. It's also based on the life of Giordano Bruno, a philosopher, who lived in the 16th century. The portrayal of the anguish and oppression that happened during this period of history is particularly vivid and I became totally engrossed by the characters in this story. Livraga has a knack for developing believable and engaging characters that fit into a historical setting.