The zahir

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• Now there's a thought

  The Zahir by Paulo Coelho HarperCollins £14.99, pp342 Paulo Coelho writes because he wants to be loved. I read because I want to be interested. At this point it's hard to say which of us is the more disappointed. A man asks his doctor, an old friend, ... (read full critics)

  guardian.co.uk published on Sat, 25 Sep 2010

• The Zahir By Paulo Coelho

  Acclaimed Brazilian author Coelho offers an unforgettable story about love and self-awareness that's international in scope and profound in its exploration of human relationships. The novel's narrator, a successful writer of international renown, res ... (read full critics)

  bookpage published on Fri, 10 Sep 2010

4 Reviews

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  I started off well with this book, but ultimately I found I didn't care in the slightest what happened to the characters. Coelho's tried and tested discourse on obsession, fate and destiny grew a bit tiresome, and I came to the conclusion that whatever happened in the end, it would all be summed up ... (continue)

  I started off well with this book, but ultimately I found I didn't care in the slightest what happened to the characters. Coelho's tried and tested discourse on obsession, fate and destiny grew a bit tiresome, and I came to the conclusion that whatever happened in the end, it would all be summed up in neat, pithy, profound sentences to the effect that what is meant to be will be. I just couldn't be bothered to finish it.

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  Rachie said on Dec 2, 2006 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

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  Now that we have lived to our age, have gained some or many experiences from life.

  We know the skills and all the connections we needs for our works.

  We have savings in banks, some books, houses or cars.

  Friends, who can share our happiness, are around us.

  Our bodies still ... (continue)

  Now that we have lived to our age, have gained some or many experiences from life.

  We know the skills and all the connections we needs for our works.

  We have savings in banks, some books, houses or cars.

  Friends, who can share our happiness, are around us.

  Our bodies still have the strength they need.

  And, if lucky, a lovely companion, and even one or two children, are nearby.

  Our lives seem to be contented. We seem to want the same conditions be continued till the end.

  But...do we have the COURAGE to "give up" all of these, just to search for our dreams? For the deepest desires in our hearts?

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  Denise said on Nov 17, 2006 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

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  I found this one the best books by P. Coelho. His books are light, easy and quick to read - so is this.

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  zari said on Dec 18, 2006 about the Hardcover edition | Add your feedback

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  It's not good as the Alchemist, but it will do.

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  Ruby said on May 21, 2006 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

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• English Books
• Others 346 Pages
• ISBN-10: 073228449X
• ISBN-13: 9780732284497
• Pub date: Jul 24, 2006
• Also available as: Paperback, Hardcover, Audio CD, Audio Cassette and eBook
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