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Santiago is the main character of the Alchemist. The book is about Santiago's journey joining a caravan and leaving his life as being a shepherd. Santiago goes to Egypt to pursue his Personal Legend, along the way he meets many influential people that help him along the way.

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Santiago grew up in a small Andalusian town, he always had a desire to see the world and travel. Santiago told his father he didn't
want to become a priest and that he wanted to travel. His father informed Santiago that the only people of their class that travel were shepherds. His father have him three gold coins to purchase a flock of sheep. Santiago's father supported him, but said he wouldn't be surprised if he realized the country life was better.

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SparkNotes: The Alchemist: Part One, Section 1

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A summary of Part One, Section 1 in Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of The Alchemist and what it means. Perfect for acing essays, tests, and quizzes, as well as for writing lesson plans.

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Santiago met the King when he was waiting for the merchants daughter that he thought that he loved and was for.  The King is the one who introduces to concepts of Personal Legend, the Soul of the World, and Beginner's luck.  Santiago uses the Kings wise words throughout his journey. During their conversation the King gifts Santiago two stones, Urim and Thummim.

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Egypt is located in Africa with a population of 99,375,741 people

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Paulo Coelho was born in Rio de Janeiro on August 24, 1947. He is married to Christina Oiticica.

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The Great Pyramids are located in Giza, Egypt on the outskirts of Cairo.

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The Great Pyramids in Egypt were built during the height of the Egyptian empire during the 2000s B.C., although some were discovered to be built as late as the fourth century A.D. according to History.

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They Great Pyramids were built as large tombs where Egyptians pharaohs were mummified after death. The enormous monuments serve as a testament to the history of ancient empires.

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Mecca was built in 2000 BCE  by Abraham and his son.

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Tangier is located in the North West corner of Africa in the country of Morocco.

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Rhajid goes to the Great Mosque. (vlog #2)

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An oasis is pleasant or peaceful area in the midst of a troubled place.
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Something that provides refugee
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oasis

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Before he spoke to the gypsy, Santiago constantly feared change in his life. For years, he continued his life a shepherd that routinely traveled with his sheep everywhere he went. People like The Alchemist encouraged him to change his lifestyle and pursue his personal legend through determination to live a happy and content lifestyle.

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Mecca is located in Saudi Arabia. Most muslims complete a haji (which is a pilgrimage) to Mecca at least once in their life.

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Tangier was first created by Carthaginian Colonists in the 5th century B.C but, the city was turned into a Roman colony in 146 B.C.

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Tanger-Med is the biggest port in Africa. Most locals in Tangier work this busy port for a living.

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Gypsies are an ethnic group also known as the Roma people. They are located all over the world.

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Gypsies are an ethnic group also known as the Roma people. They are located all over the world.

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The official name of the oasis is Al-Fayoum.

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It is Saudi Arabia's holiest city and is prophet Muhammad's birthplace. It has a very high population density especially during pilgrimage month when Muslims from all over Saudi Arabia come to the Great Mosque.

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The oasis signifies the peaceful feeling that a person feels after they go through a hard time or journey in their life. In the novel, the oasis is a secure place, where everyone is in alliance. But, to get to the oasis is a challenge that people go through.
https://www.enotes.com/homework-help/define-word-oasis-p-86-explain-what-has-do-with-442802

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A shepherd's main job is to take care of their sheep and occasional goats.  Shepherd's often work in isolated areas and individually.  They are constantly traveling to find good forage areas. Santiago had a very close relationship with his sheep, and had a hard time parting from them to find his personal legend.

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What Are the Duties of a Shepherd?

Most shepherds take care of sheep, although they may be responsible for goats as well. They often work in isolated areas and may work independently except for the assistance of herding or guard dogs. Many sheepherders must be on call for their animals around the clock. Since sheepherders often work on a visa and are not U.S. citizens, they are governed by regulations overseen by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Flock Welfare

A shepherd's primary responsibility is the safety and welfare of the flock. Some flocks may include as many as 1,000 sheep. The shepherd will graze the animals, herding them to areas of good forage, and keeping a watchful eye out for poisonous plants. Shepherds often live in trailers or other mobile quarters. As the sheep eat all the forage in an area, the shepherd will move both the sheep and his living quarters to fresh range. In most cases, the shepherd and his dogs will move the sheep out to fresh grazing each day and bring them back to bed down in the same area each night.

Protecting From Predators

To protect the sheep under his care, a shepherd may use guard dogs or other guard animals. Sheep predators include coyotes, wolves, mountain lions, bears and domestic dogs, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Domestic dogs are more of a threat than many larger predators, according to the USDA, because they may chase sheep to exhaustion and cause the ewes to abort their lambs. In addition to using guard animals, many sheepherders carry rifles to shoot predators that are attacking the sheep. Cell phones and radios may also be used to call for assistance when necessary.

Protecting Health

Like other animals, sheep are susceptible to diseases, and they must also be monitored during the lambing process. They may also be bothered by insects, some of which carry disease. Shepherds are often responsible for minor injuries or basic medical treatment, especially since they work in isolated areas far from veterinary services. In addition, shepherds may administer worming medication or vaccines and apply insecticides. During lambing season, the shepherd will make frequent checks on the ewes at all hours of the day and night, and may assist the ewe if birthing problems occur. Shepherds may also dock, or cut off, the tails of young lambs.

Shearing the Flock

Unlike other animals that shed their hair in the spring, many breeds of sheep must be shorn - have their fleece cut off with shears or clippers. This task may be assigned to sheepshearers, whose primary occupation is shearing, or it may be the responsibility of the shepherd. Sheep may be sheared in the open or in holding pens. An experienced shepherd is expected to shear up to 125 ewes a day without nicking or cutting the skin, and to remove the fleece intact, according to the Mountain Plains Agricultural Service.

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Most shepherds take care of sheep, although they may be responsible for goats as well. They often work in isolated areas and may work independently except for the assistance of herding or guard dogs. Many sheepherders must be on call for their animals around the clock.

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The study of alchemy originated in Egypt. Egyptians believed in life after death, which lead to chemical knowledge.

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Urim and Thummim are Hebrew terms that translate to   “Lights and Perfections.”  The earliest known use of these stones date back from the time of Adam. (Adam and Eve)

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The city of Tangier is built on the slopes of a chalky limestone hill.

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Andalusia is an autonomous community in southern Spain. It is the most populous and the second largest autonomous community in the country.

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Some gypsy culture includes that they don't follow a single faith, they have their own language that they speak called Rromanes, extended families form caravans to travel, have very tight knit families, and love jewelry and other luxuries.

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Some gypsy culture includes that they don't follow a single faith, they have their own language that they speak called Rromanes, extended families form caravans to travel, have very tight knit families, and love jewelry and other luxuries.

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Santiago leaves home to fulfill his personal legend, along the way he meets Fatima. Fatima is a beautiful women from Oasis who Santiago "fell in love" with at first sight. Fatima distracts Santiago from his personal legend, and causes Santiago to want to stay in Oasis.

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alchemy definition: the medieval forerunner of chemistry, based on the supposed transformation of matter

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" A crystal is a solid composed of atoms, ions, or molecules arranged in a pattern that is periodic in three dimensions" (www.Chemicool.com).

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Gypsies often face racism and discrimination from Europeans based off of their dark skin, they were once enslaved by them, and their lifestyles. They were sent to concentration camps in WWII along with many other ethnic minorities. Thus, they have also been known as "Travellers" because they were forced to migrate everywhere.

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Gypsies often face racism and discrimination from Europeans based off of their dark skin, they were once enslaved by them, and their lifestyles. They were sent to concentration camps in WWII along with many other ethnic minorities. Thus, they have also been known as "Travellers" because they were forced to migrate everywhere.

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This video shows off some of the beautiful attractions in Tangier.

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Tangier is a true port town with all of the international, cross-cultural influence and great seafood that implies. Sip on a fresh-squeezed orange juice on a balcony in the old kasbah, take in the breathtaking view over the Strait of Gibraltar and Southern Spain, feast on a tajine pescado (fish stew with roasted tomatoes, a specialty of the region), and take a seat at one of the many cafés and bars to channel the vibes of the Beat Writers who made this city something of a pilgrimage in the 50s and 60s.

In the last few years, the King has taken a great interest in promoting Tangier as a high-end tourist destination. There is a new luxury port abutting the ancient medina of Tangier where yachts belonging to the rich and wealthy port as part of their tour of the Mediterranean Sea. Much of the medina has been recently restored. Many of the main streets and boulevards have new palm trees as part of a city-wide beautification project.

Even with all of this renovation and restoration, there are still many historical and cultural monuments preserved in and around Tangier for you to discover... not to mention a lot of beach!

Map of Tangier

For each medina of Morocco, we've designed our own maps for travelers who journey to Morocco with our team. Here's a nice map of Tangier in Morocco, focused on the medina.

Notes From the History of Tangier

There is some evidence that Tangier might be 12,000 years old, though the most recent settlement discovered was in the 5th century B.C. as part of the Carthagian Empire, making Tangier a relative youngin' at a mere 2,500 years old. The Greeks called this settlement Tingis, from where it derives its current name.

Through the year, Tangier passed through the Phoenicians, Romans, Vandals, Visigoths and the Umayyad empire before finally joining modern day Morocco in the 11th century A.D. However, successive wars, disputes and trades saw Tangier constantly changing national affiliation, with Portugal and Spain batting control of the city back and forth from 1471-1662, when it was given as part of a dowry for Catherine of Braganza and her marriage to Charles II, the King of England. The British only had control of Tangier for 22 years, and then it was given back to Morocco.

During the Protectorate Era (1912-56), Tangier remained an International Zone, what William Burroughs dubbed the "Interzone" in his Beat masterpiece Naked Lunch, which he wrote while living in Tangier.

Tangier Travel Guide: What to Do

Chillax in the Zoco Chico - There are two cafés at this main square of the Tangier medina, Café Tingis and Café Central. Both have ample outdoor seating and friendly service. Order a tea or a coffee and do what people have been doing for generations: people watch.

Get lost in the medina - If you ever truly get lost, keep in mind that "uphill" is the direction to follow for most of the main exits (or "babs") of the medina. If you ask anyone for the direction of "Zoco Chico" or "Bab el-Fahs," they will generally point you in the right direction and you can easily find your way from there. Getting around is made easier if you have a guide prearranged with us (forgive this little plug), which is common on the various trips we do in Morocco.

Rock the Kasbah - Most visitors will approach the kasbah through Bab Haha and enter on Place du Mechouar (often referred to as Place de la Kasbah). Here there are many touts who will offer to give you a guided tour. This is unnecessary. The kasbah is small and, to the left of Bab Haha, there is a small map highlighting the walk one can do around the kasbah and numerous signs pointing the way.

Hang with the Brothers of Detroit - Just outside the Kasbah Museum is a little café by the name of "Fils de Detroit." This is the hangout of a few older Arab-Andalusian musicians. Sip on a mint tea and enjoy the unbeatable atmosphere when they men strum their lutes and jam on their drums.

Take a Paseo - After their siestas, it's typical for the people of Tangier to take a paseo (a stroll) along the long promenade formed by Avenue Pasteur and Boulevard Mohamed V. They meet with friends, do a little shopping and enjoy as the heat of the afternoon gives way to the cool of the evening. This walk will take you down Avenue Pasteur at Place de France to Place Brahim Aroudani, where you can turn left and continue your paseo on the beach and take in the Bay of Tangier.

Tangier Travel Guide: What to See:

The American Legation Museum - Close to the aptly named "Bab Merican," this is the only national monument outside of the United States. The museum in closed on the weekends, but open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. There is a large library specializing in North Africa, many paintings from Americans, Europeans and Moroccans, and several small models recreating some historic battles. The real treat is the "Paul Bowles" wing, named for the American author who called Tangier home for 50 years and died here in 1999.

Museum of Moroccan Art and Antiquities - This museum, located just off Place du Mechouar and often just called the "Kasbah Museum," houses various relics from the Stone Age through the turn of the 20th century, displaying the rich history of Tangier. Here, you can see evidence of the many peoples who have inhabited or ruled this region. Not to be missed is a beautiful mosaic taken from the Roman city of Volubilis and a nice stroll through the Sultan's Gardens. Entrance is 10 dirhams. Open 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. every day except Tuesday.

Church of St. Andrew - Hovering at the edge of the medina, just off the bustling Grand Socco is this magnificent church that is a real tribute to the harmony of Christianity and Islam. Tour the quiet gardens, the final resting place for many of the churches international community, before ducking into the church. Note the Lord's Prayer written in exquisite Arabic calligraphy just about the pulpit and the numerous Andalusian-Moroccan touches throughout.

Cap Spartel and the Cave of Hercules - Located about fifteen minutes outside of Tangier on the Atlantic Coast are Cap Spartel and the legendary cave of Hercules. Those familiar with Greek mythology might recall the 12 Labors of Hercules. In fact, not far from Tangier, there is another location rumored to be the basis for Hercules' Eleventh Labor: the apples of Hesperides (or "the golden apple"). It was after he retrieve the "golden apple" that it is thought Hercules rested in this cave at Cap Spartel.

To get to Cap Spartel without a car, it's best to go to the Grand Socco. You can hire a taxi there for 150 dirhams for roundtrip fare. Most drivers will happily wait for an hour or so while you explore the cave and the area around. As beautiful as Cap Spartel is, it is also a bit of a tourist trap for Moroccans and non-Moroccans alike. Avoid anyone trying to be a "guide" as this cave is fairly simple to navigate.

Entrance to the cave is 10 dirhams. There are some unremarkable shops to ignore at beginning of the path leading down, but if you look up, you can see where locals have carved out round stones from the cave walls for generations. These stones were used in the milling of grains. Even more impressive is how the cave, in the shape of the continent of Africa, open up and looks out toward the Atlantic. After enjoying the cave, relax at one of the many beachside cafes. Prices are a bit more expensive than most other cafes (about ten dirhams for a tea), but the view on a nice day is unbeatable.

Tangier Travel Guide: Where to Eat

Café Hafa - Located outside of the kasbah, close to the necropolis and the Phoenician tombs, Café Hafa is a must stop for literary types. William Buroughs, Paul Bowles, Tennessee Williams, The Rolling Stones, and many others have stopped by Café Hafa for a mint tea to enjoy a bit of kif and look out over the Mediterranean to Spain. At night, there is often music. In Marshan, next to the Phoenician Tombs, open 7am-11pm (2am on the weekends).

Grand Café de Paris - Located off the Place de France, this rather 50s-era inspired café, with plush seats and seating right on the busy boulevard, like Café Hafa, has a rich literary history and, even now, is considered somewhat of a "hotspot" for local writers. On Place de France, open 7am-11pm

Café Colon - Located just outside of the medina and adjacent to the Grand Socco (or Zoco) on Rue de la Kasbah, across from the movie theater Cinema Alcazar, this café may be best known for its fifteen minutes of fame in Bernado Bertolucci's adaptation of The Sheltering Sky. This café has remained largely unchanged in the past forty years. Like most cafés in Morocco, the clientele is largely male, but it's a nice place to recharge after a few hours in the medina on your way uphill to the Kasbah. On the Grand Socco, open 7am-11pm.

Anna & Paolo - A cozy, family-owned restaurant with largely Mediterranean-Italian fusion options located in the newer part of Tangier. Like many restaurants, the seafood selection abounds with fresh catches from the day and well done pizzas. Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Lunch from 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Dinner from 7:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Closed on Fridays. Reservations recommended, but get there early to avoid smokers and one person lighting up can ruin an otherwise delicious meal for everyone. Address: 77 Rue Prince Héritier. Phone: (212) 05.39.94.4.6.17.

Le Saveur de Poisson - Close to the El Minzah hotel down Rue de la Liberté off the Grand Socco on the stairs leading to the medina, one of the most outstanding elements of this restaurant is that everything seems to be made in-house, even the wooden cutlery and clay plates. This restaurant boasts some of the best traditional Mediterranean-Moroccan food in the region. All dishes use a sort of seafood and lots of local herbs and spices are added. Open Saturday through Thursday for lunch and dinner. Lunch from 12:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Dinner from 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Closed on Fridays. Reservations strongly recommended. Address: 2 Escalier Waller. Phone: (212) 05.39.33.63.26.

Tangier Bookstores

Librarie des Colonnes carries a large selection of the latest books in Arabic, English, French and Spanish, and you can find authors from around the world holding readings. It usually has books by many of the Beat Generation writers who spent time in Morocco and will most likely have a copy of William Burroughs' Naked Lunch on hand. Check out the shop's calendar for a list of author readings on their website.

Les Insolites is the newest, hippest bookstore in Tangier and has many contemporary art showings and readings. Conveniently located just off the Place de Faro (often called "The Terrace of the Lazy") and Boulevard Pasteur, the owners are usually around and are happy to talk to people traveling through. They will happily recommend a nearby cafe or restaurant as well.

Other articles about Tangier Include:

Things to Do in Tangier Morocco
A Literary and Artistic Tour of Tangier
Making History: Tangier, Morocco
Day Trips from Tangier, Morocco

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The two reasons the oasis is a neutral area: both opposing sides have oases to protect and the oasis is a home to lots of people, including women and children.
https://www.litcharts.com/lit/the-alchemist/symbols/the-oasis-al-fayoum

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The language spoken in Tangier is Arabic, the city of Tangier introduces a conflict because Santiago speaks Spanish not Arabic.

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The Urijm and Thummim are symbols from the Judeo-Christian history. Coelho presents these stones from Melchizedek (The King) to Santiago as wishing stones that can help him to perceive the future. Melchizedek's highest goal is that Santiago discovers his "Personal Legend."

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Any stranger that enters the Oasis must be given food and shelter during their stay. This is shows their law of Hospitality.

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The crystal merchant sold crystal in his shop on the hill, and served tea in his own crystal glasses. In the area and time period of The Alchemist, crystal was in demand. I think the crystal represents his hopes and dreams.

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Ricky goes to the Black Box.

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The sycamore tree is very large. It can grow up to 175 feet tall, and 14 feet wide. They grow the best in direct sunlight. This is one of the oldest types of trees.

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Crystals are often times shaped and carved into many different things such as jewelry, chandeliers, and, like in the alchemist, glasses.

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The oasis is where Santiago first met Fatima and the Alchemist.

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The city of Tangier introduced a conflict for Santiago when his money is taken from him at the market.

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Santiago also first experienced his "powers" here by seeing a vision we he saw two eagles flying by. H then saved the Oasis by warning the chieftains about the vision he had about war coming.

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Alchemy is a philosophical and protoscientific tradition. It is practiced in Europe, Asia, and Africa. It was aimed to purify, perfect, and mature certain objects.

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Om Ali: for the sweet tooth of Egypt, this bread pudding dessert is made from raisins, nuts, coconut, cinnamon cream, and sugar. It is eaten cold or hot.
Hawawshi: A lunch and dinner item prepared with pita bread, minced meat, onions, and peppers.

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In the Alchemist, Santiago uses Urim and Thummim as omens that assist him in decision making during his quest. This correlates to its use in history when they were worn in the breastplate of the highest priest and,when needed, would also assist him in decision making

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For about three centuries, the Moors, Muslims from North African tribes, invaded Spain and seized control. While they remained there, their culture, which is part Jewish, mixed with the already native Spanish culture existing and created a unique way of life for Andalusia.

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The black box is the hot spot of Mecca. It's a huge black stone structure that sits at the heart of the Grand Mosque, Islam's most sacred place of worship. Some of its parts are connected to important episodes in Islamic tradition.

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The Alchemist received a Nielsen Gold Book Award issued by the UK in 2004. In 2002, the book also received a Corine International Award for Best Fiction in Germany.

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When deciding what to do for a living, Paulo Coelho decided to follow his dream. This was an inspiration for the theme of The Alchemist. Coelho was inspired by Ernest Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea to name the main character, Santiago.

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The Alchemist- 1988

Eleven Minutes- 2003

The Spy- 2016

The Pilgrimage- 1987

Adultery- 2014

Hippie- 2018

Brida- 1990

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Friday night lights in Mecca

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Only muslims are allowed in the city because of how sacred it is. Mecca originally, in the 7th century, was a place for trade and tribal gatherings.

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When writing novels, Coelho has influenced directors to make movies on or about his books published.
1970: Amor em Quatro Tempos
1976: Tangarela, a Tanga de Cristal and Os Mansos
1979: Amante Latino
2008: Heron's Story
2009: Veronika Decides to Die, The Experimental Witch, and The Witch or Portobello

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The terms "gypsy" and "gypsies" are considered racial slurs to the Romani people.

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The terms "gypsy" and "gypsies" are considered racial slurs to the Romani people.

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Mecca is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world.

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Because of Mecca's location it is threatened by seasonal flash floods even though it has a generally low amount of rainfall.

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This is representing the Oasis in the novel.

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Mecca’s population is estimated to be between 1.5-2 million.

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In The Alchemist, Santiago pursues his personal legend throughout the novel. According to LitCharts, this represents the end of his journey where he believed his treasure was located.

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There are over 130 pyramids in Egypt that have been discovered, they were once built as tombs to pharaohs (Ancient Egyptian rulers) and their families.

In ancient Egypt, cats were thought to have been omens of good luck and for this reason were kept as pets, and were sacred to Egyptians.

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The sycamore tree was first introduced at the beginning of the book. Santiago was a shepherd that took care of sheep. At night, he would sleep underneath a specific sycamore tree by a church. Here, he had the same dream , twice, about discovering treasure in the Egyptian pyramids.

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The Egyptians believed that preserving the pharaohs through mummification would guarantee a safe passage to the afterlife.

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The main religion of Andalusia is Roman Catholicism. One of the main celebrations they are known for is the colorful "Holy Week". They also believe in the rites of passage such as baptism, marriage, first communion and military service. The beginning of these passages are big and expensive social gatherings between friends and family as their importance is crucial in Andalusian society.

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Here is a short video giving a brief look at the Pyramids of Giza.

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A very famous alchemist was Isaac Newton. He tried to make gold.

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The largest pyramid has a height of 479 feet and a width of 756 feet.

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Gypsies are originally from India, but have migrated all across the world. Including the United States which has 1 million Roma People.

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Gypsies are originally from India, but have migrated all across the world. Including the United States which has 1 million Roma People.

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Gypsies are considered to be a stateless nation. However, in 1997 the International Romani Union was established and in 2000 gypsies were declared to be a non-territorial nation. Thus, many gypsies don't have access to healthcare and other services provided with citizenship to a country.

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Gypsies are considered to be a stateless nation. However, in 1997 the International Romani Union was established and in 2000 gypsies were declared to be a non-territorial nation. Thus, many gypsies don't have access to healthcare and other services provided with citizenship to a country.

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The River God, Cephissus and the nymph Liriope had a child named narcissus who was known for how beautiful he was. Narcissus  was promised a long and healthy life by a blind seer named Teiresias, but Narcissus could not see what he looked like. Narcissus soon stumbled upon a river, and after seeing himself for the first time, he took his own life.

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Santiago had the dream that started his journey, underneath a sycamore tree.

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Santiago had the dream that started his journey, underneath a sycamore tree.

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After having the same dream twice, Santiago set out on his journey to find his treasure. He traveled to many places, and went through many struggles. After a while, he finally made it tot he Egyptian pyramids. After arriving and looking, he realized this was not where his treasure was located. He made a journey back to the sycamore tree he first experienced his dream under. Once he started digging, he discovered the gold he was searching for the whole time.

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The largest pyramid (The Pyramid of Khufu) is made of over 2 million blocks of stone! These stones are so large and heavy that it is considered an impossibility by modern standards to have the precision they did in the building process.

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Santiago learns about his personal legend when he is on his way to fulfill his dream that he has had two times. Santiago’s dream starts off where he isn’t in a field with his sheep when a child appears. The child soon take some so Santiago by the hands and transports him to the Egyptians pyramids. The
child says “if you comeback here, you will find a hidden treasure” (Coelhos 13,14). Santiago follows husband dream in hope you find the treasure but instead he learns husband personal legend.
https://www.enotes.com/homework-help/what-santiagos-dream-coelhos-alchemist-424195

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With 99% Morroco's population practicing Islam, religion appeared to be a conflict for Santiago due to his Catholic faith; however, Santiago embraced cultural differences, and even encouraged the crystal merchant to go on a pilgrimage to Mecca.

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Throughout the book Santiago traveled all over the world searching for his treasure from his dream. In the end, he was back at the same sycamore tree, discovering his treasure. 

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Throughout the book Santiago traveled all over the world searching for his treasure from his dream. In the end, he was back at the same sycamore tree, discovering his treasure. 

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"The final twist, that the treasure lies under the sycamore tree in Spain the whole time, brings Santiago back home, just as his father predicted when Santiago first set out on his travels as a shepherd."

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For the Gypsy women and men being educated past puberty is extremely rare due to education not being a priority.

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For the Gypsy women and men being educated past puberty is extremely rare due to education not being a priority.

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Tangier is where Santiago goes on his way to the Egyptian Pyramids in search of his Personal Legend. Santiago gets robbed at the market then works in a crystal shop for a year to regain the money he lost.

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The Great Pyramids of Giza are the last standing of the Ancient Seven Wonders of the World. This shows their importance even more.

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The Romani people have contributed immensely to the dancing, singing, fashion, and overall art of the world. Their fashion especially includes bright colors and gold beaded jewelry.

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The Romani people have contributed immensely to the dancing, singing, fashion, and overall art of the world. Their fashion especially includes bright colors and gold beaded jewelry.

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The main occupations in Andalusia are dealt with agriculture and farm-based work. In the book, The Alchemist, the main character, Santiago, started his life as a shepherd, which relates to farm-based work in Andalusia.