The Pilgrimage paved the way to Paulo Coelho s international bestselling novel The Alchemist. In many ways, these two volumes are companions to truly comprehend one, you must read the other. Step inside this captivating account of Coelho s pilgrimage along the road to Santiago. This fascinating parable explores the need to find one s own path. In the end, we discover that the extraordinary is always found in the ordinary and simple ways of everyday people. Part adventure story, part guide to self-discovery, this compelling tale delivers the perfect combination of enchantment and insight.