Question

Write book review on the alchemist considering these questions.

1. Introduction to the author/Playwright/poet. (2) 2. What are the author's viewpoint and purpose? (3) 3. What kind of evidence does the author use to prove his or her points? Is the evidence convincing? Why or why not? Does the author support his or her points adequately? (4) 4. What is your opinion about his/her work? (7) 5. What are the most appropriate criteria by which to judge the book? How successful do you think the author was in carrying out the overall purposes of the book? (4)

Answer 1

Book: The Alchemist

1.

Paulo Coelho is a famous Brazilian author born in the year 1947 in Rio de Janeiro who has authored the world-renowned book"The Alchemist". The book was published in the year 1988. This particular book of Paulo Coelho has got only a lukewarm response in its initial years of publishing but later on, it became a mega success that conquered the minds of readers across the globe. The winner stands alone, Eleven minutes, Brida, Maktub, etc are some of the other popular works of Paulo Coelho.

2.

By writing the book "The Alchemist" Paulo Coelho tried to inspire the readers in attaining their goals. He wanted to motivate the readers to follow their dreams. He also made an attempt to convince the readers about the need for shifting their focus from problems to goals.

3.

Paulo Coelho could present his ideas adequately through the book "The Alchemist". He could tell the readers all the important points including the importance of action, dream, hope, etc. He could effectively convey the message that everyone should replace their weaknesses with strength. The popularity of the book is the best evidence that the author could present every point adequately.

4.

The Alchemist is a wonderful book. It could tell the story in a fantastic manner. Paulo Coelho could choose the right words for telling the story. It has the capability to inspire readers to go before their dreams. It could also instill hope and optimism in the readers. Though it is presented as a fiction, the readers could feel it as something more than a mere fiction.

5.

The author was very successful in carrying out the overall purpose of the book. The impact the book made is the most important criteria in judging the book. The author could effectively convey the intended message to the readers that are the reason why the book is still relevant and popular among the readers.

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