Paulo Coelho Books List
- The Pilgrimage (1987)
- The Alchemist (1988)
- Brida (1990)
- The Supreme Gift (1991)
- The Valkyries (1992)
- Maktub (1994)
- By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept (1994)
- The Fifth Mountain (1996)
- Love Letters from a Prophet (1997)
- Manual of the Warrior of Light (1997)
- Veronika Decides to Die (1998)
- Essential Words (1998)
- The Devil and Miss Prym (2000)
- Fathers, Sons and Grandsons (2001)
- Eleven Minutes (2003)
- The Genie and the Roses (2004)
- Journeys (2004)
- Life (2004)
- The Zahir (2005)
- Revived Paths (2005)
- Like the Flowing River (2006)
- The Witch of Portobello (2006)
- The Winner Stands Alone (2008)
- Love (2009)
- Aleph (2010)
- Fábulas (2011)
- Manuscript Found in Accra (2012)
- Adultery (2014)
- The Spy (2016)
- Hippie (2018)
- The Archer (2020)
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Paulo Coelho Books List: Earlier Books vs. Later Books
His earlier works such as The Pilgrimage, The Valkyries, and The Alchemist are highly spiritual and esoteric, while his later works such as Veronika Decides to Die, Eleven Minutes, and The Zahir are a lot more modern and secular (though still as deep).
If you’ve read just his earlier works or just his later works, try one of the titles from the other group and see what you think of that style.
Are you familiar with the works of Paulo Coelho? If so, what do you think of them? Which Paulo Coelho books are your favorite? Which Paulo Coelho books are you looking forward to reading?
If you’ve never read any of his books before and are looking for something soulful and heartwarming to read, this might be just the thing for you.
Paulo Coelho books are readily available at most bookstores in East Africa. Check them out and let me know what you think.
Now, let me head out to pick up that copy of The Witch of Portobello.
Toodles,
Biche
Paulo Coelho is a Brazilian novelist renowned for his deeply spiritual and allegorical stories, weaving themes of destiny, self-discovery, and faith.
His books, published in over 170 countries and translated into around 88 languages, have sold more than 320 million copies.
Below is a comprehensive overview of his significant works, organized for clarity and context.
1. Early & Autobiographical
- The Pilgrimage (1987, O Diário de um Mago): This memoir recounts Coelho’s spiritual journey along the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrimage that became pivotal to his later fiction.
- The Valkyries (1992): A spiritual memoir of Coelho’s journey into the Mojave Desert to communicate with angels, alongside his then-wife.
- Maktub (1994): A collection of daily reflections and parables, guiding readers through Coelho’s philosophical and spiritual insights.
- Like the Flowing River (2000): Essays and short contemplative pieces rooted in Coelho’s life and travels.
2. Breakthrough Fiction
- The Alchemist (1988): His most iconic work, telling the allegorical tale of Santiago, a shepherd boy in search of treasure—it emphasizes following one’s “Personal Legend.” Over 85 million copies sold.
- Brida (1990): Follows a young Irish woman’s spiritual growth through witchcraft and love.
- By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept (1994): A mystical love story set in Spain, focused on reconnection and miracles.
- The Fifth Mountain (1996): A reimagining of the biblical prophet Elijah’s story, exploring overcoming fate and fear.
- Veronika Decides to Die (1998): A woman’s suicide attempt leads her to rediscover the joy of living.
3. Global and Philosophical Novels
- The Devil and Miss Prym (2000): Explores themes of good and evil through a moral test in a small village
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